side-by-side
UK: ˌsaɪd baɪ ˈsaɪd | US: ˌsaɪd baɪ ˈsaɪd
adj. positioned next to another person or thing, often for comparison
adv. in a parallel or adjacent manner
n. an arrangement where items are placed next to each other
The phrase "side-by-side" originates from Old English sīde (meaning "flank" or "edge") and bī (meaning "near" or "alongside"). It emerged in Middle English as a descriptive term for physical proximity, later expanding to metaphorical comparisons. The repetition of "side" emphasizes parallelism, reflecting its modern use in comparing or aligning objects or ideas.
The two paintings were displayed side-by-side for comparison.
They worked side-by-side on the project for months.
The cars were parked side-by-side in the narrow driveway.
The software allows you to view documents side-by-side.
The siblings stood side-by-side in the family photo.