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Hi,"Todd then later tells John that Mark threatened him and John reassures Todd that he is in his corner."1.What does "he is in his corner" mean in the sentence?2.Does "he" mean "Todd" in "he is in his corner"?3.Does "his" mean "John" in "he is in his corner"?Could someone please explain my questions to me?Thank you very much.

BarbaraPA · Accepted Answer

John tells Todd that he (John) will "back him up" or provide support if he (Todd) needs it. That is, if Mark does try to do something to Todd, John will be there to help Todd.

Anonymous · Answer

Hi Grammar Geek,

I am glad to get your reply so soon and thank your for your help.

Does "he is in his corner" mean "John is in Todd's corner"?

Sorry I still have a question about this!

BarbaraPA · Answer

Yes, John is in Todd's corner. You got it.

Clive · Answer

Hi,

John is in Todd's corner. I believe that this idiom comes from the sport of boxing.

Think of this picture. In a boxing match, each boxer has a corner, where he sits between the rounds of the contest. Each boxer has a helper who stands at the boxer's corner to give the boxer water, fix his cuts, give him advice and encouragement, etc. This helper is said to be 'in the boxer's corner'.

Thus, John is in Todd's corner means that John is giving Todd support and encouragement.

Best wishes, Clive

Anonymous · Answer

Hi,

I totally understand the idiom now. Thank you both Grammar Geek and Clive for your clear explanation.

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