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It Takes Two To Tango

It Takes Two To Tango
How common is this idiom?: This idiom is still widely used today, especially in informal conversations and media, to convey the idea that both parties are responsible for a situation.
Literal Meaning: The literal meaning of this idiom is that in the dance of tango, it requires two people to perform the dance.
Actual Idiomatic Meaning: The idiomatic meaning of this phrase is that two parties are responsible for a situation or problem, and that one party alone cannot be blamed.
The couple's divorce was a result of both their actions, it takes two to tango.
The conflict between the two countries is a result of both parties' actions, it takes two to tango.

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