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cut both ways

Idiom Consequence

Meaning

to have both positive and negative effects

Example Sentences

"Working from home cuts both ways – you save time but lose social interaction."

Related Expressions

get one's act together

to organize oneself or one's actions effectively

Roll the dice

to take a chance on something uncertain

at your breaking point

to be very close to losing control due to stress

ahead of the game

to have an advantage or be well prepared

have a short fuse

to get angry easily

peace talks

negotiations aimed at ending a conflict