best of both worlds, the

best of both worlds

The most ideal or desirable attributes of two different things, situations, or circumstances. We hope that by forming a bipartisan committee we will be able form a body that represents the best of both worlds. I believe that living at college gives you the best of both worlds: a place where both study and social life can thrive.
See also: both, of, world
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

best of both worlds, the

Benefits from two seemingly opposed alternatives, as in Jenny taught in the morning only and worked on her book afternoons, so she had the best of both worlds . Charles Kingsley used this idiom in Westward Ho! (1855): "Make the best of both worlds." Also see make the best of it.
See also: both, of
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
See also:
  • best of both possible worlds
  • best of both worlds
  • enjoy
  • the best of both worlds
  • the best of both/all worlds
  • the worst of both worlds
  • the worst of both/all worlds
  • best of all worlds
  • things will work out
  • be the best of a bad lot