flip side

noun

Informal.

1. the reverse and usually less popular side of a phonograph record.

2. an opposite, reverse, or sharply contrasted side or aspect of something or someone.

   The flip side of their charitable activities is a desire for publicity.

flip side

noun

1. another term for B-side

2. another, less familiar aspect of a person or thing

   the flip side of John Lennon

Word History and Origins

Origin of flip side¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

On the flip side, O’Brien’s Roman may not possess the sharpness of “the brightest tool in the shed” as he erroneously says, but his disarmingly endearing lack of malice enthralls the more cynical Dennis.

From Los Angeles Times

On the flip side, Parish - together with Palace's ownership team - will be responsible for finding a financial solution to how they fund their next rounds of player recruitment without the money raised from Guehi's sale.

From BBC

On the flip side, if there is weak demand, or an excess of goods or services, prices might not rise very quickly at all.

From BBC

On the flip side, fans might feel an urge to splurge after a win.

From BBC

On the flip side, some see the owl arrival along the West Coast as natural range expansion.

From Los Angeles Times