across the aisle

idiomPart ofaisle

across the aisle — idiom

1. between people or groups with very different political views, especially in the

1.idiom
Definition

between people or groups with very different political views, especially in the US Congress where the two main parties sit on opposite sides of a central walkway.

Example

Senator Brooks is known for reaching across the aisle to find compromise on health policy.

Voters want leaders who can shake hands across the aisle instead of just shouting.