Synonyms

even-handed

British

adjective

dealing fairly with all; impartial

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Other Word Forms

even-handedly adverb
even-handedness noun

Example Sentences

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But her even-handed onslaught did not survive contact with the DUP MP for East Londonderry Gregory Campbell.

From BBC

Even-tempered and even-handed, he’s a good guide through the minefields of racial history — he keeps you from blowing up.

From Los Angeles Times

Appeared in the January 6, 2026, print edition as 'Even-Handed History'.

From The Wall Street Journal

The first key part of this particular ruling suggests they will have to be even-handed in the way they deal with cases like this in future.

From BBC

One point is explicit but even-handed: "Both countries will agree to abolish all discriminatory measures and guarantee the rights of Ukrainian and Russian media and education."

From BBC

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