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Can I also say "on the minus side" as the opposite meaning of "on the plus side"?

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Rebecca

Yes, you are correct. You can use "on the minus side" to mean the opposite of "the plus side." Ex: On the plus side, the pandemic has been an opportunity to spend more time with family. Ex: On the minus side, the pandemic has a devastating effect on the economy and healthcare system.

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