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The phrase "played both sides" is correct and usable in written English.
It is often used to describe someone who has carefully weighed the options available and ultimately chosen to remain neutral in a situation. For example, "Although the debate divided the room, Jill took a neutral stance and played both sides."
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Played both sides in college.
He has, it is said by some, played both sides in this confrontation.
Pakistan, at once Washington's closest and least reliable ally in the war, played both sides.
"Obviously he, in basketball terms, has played both sides of the court," Kurtz said, incomprehensibly.
He played both sides of the ball: running back and linebacker.
The Egyptian military played both sides of the domestic divide and it now rules alone.
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Or playing both sides?
Joseph can play both sides.
"Tell Lazio to stop playing both sides".
"But I like to play both sides of the street.
Citigroup decided to play both sides of the trade.
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