be a double-edged weapon

To be something that can be both beneficial and problematic. Going back to school was a double-edged weapon for Pam. On the one hand, it widened her career prospects, but, on the other hand, she was in a lot of debt when she graduated.

be a double-edged ˈsword/ˈweapon

be something that has both advantages and disadvantages: This new ‘miracle diet’ is a double-edged sword — it’ll make you lose weight fast but you may have some unpleasant side effects.

词组	be a double-edged weapon
释义	be a double-edged weapon be a double-edged weapon To be something that can be both beneficial and problematic. Going back to school was a double-edged weapon for Pam. On the one hand, it widened her career prospects, but, on the other hand, she was in a lot of debt when she graduated. See also: weapon Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. be a double-edged ˈsword/ˈweapon be something that has both advantages and disadvantages: This new ‘miracle diet’ is a double-edged sword — it’ll make you lose weight fast but you may have some unpleasant side effects. See also: sword, weapon Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: be a double-edged sword be a double-edged sword/weapon weapon double-edged sword a double-edged sword sword (be) careful what you wish for(, (because) you just might get it) a fine how do you do in the wrong place at the wrong time pull the carpet (out) from under (one's) feet
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