<P> "Sitting on the fence" is a common idiom used in English to describe one's neutrality or hesitance to choose between two sides in an argument or a competition, or inability to decide due to lack of courage . This is done either in order to remain on good terms with both sides, or due to apathy regarding the situation and not wanting to choose a position with which one doesn't actually agree . As a result, someone who "sits on the fence" will maintain a neutral and non-committal view regarding any of the other parties involved . </P>

What is the meaning of the idiom sit on the fence