Hello and welcome back to Daily English! Today’s expression is a useful one for describing conflict or disagreement: “at odds with.” One more time: at odds with.
Clues / Guessing Examples
– Imagine two friends who can’t agree on where to go for vacation—one wants the beach, the other wants the mountains. They’re at odds with each other.
– A teenager wants to stay out late, but the parents want them home early. The teen is at odds with their parents.
– A politician makes promises that are completely at odds with what the people actually need.
At odds with means in conflict, in disagreement, or not matching.
Examples
The two reports were at odds with each other.He’s often at odds with his coworkers over small details.
Their actions are at odds with their words.
The word odds originally referred to differences or inequalities. So, if two people are “at odds,” it means they’re on different sides, not aligned.
Personal Question
So, what about you? Can you remember a time when you were at odds with a friend, a family member, or even yourself?