mixed blessing en · NOUN
Pronunciation
Meanings
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(idiomatic) Something that has both good and bad features.
Near-synonym: double-edged sword
Moving house has been a mixed blessing: we're closer to the shops, but the railway is noisy.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| mixed blessings | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
cut both ways · a blessing and a curse · blessing in disguise