double-edged
Example Sentences
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That last one can sometime be a double edged sword for any boss.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2021
Rory McIlroy recognizes the fan experience that goes with the Tiger phenomenon is double edged.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2018
I like Erika’s point–calling this an “Asian American moment” can be a double edged sword.
From New York Times • Oct. 18, 2016
Attorney's Office in Cheyenne, said people taking pictures of themselves violating park rules and posting them on social media can be a "double edged sword" because others, including rangers, see it.
From US News • May 17, 2016
It cut Ruby as a double edged sword, for she understood that he cared well enough that way—æsthetically.
From The "Genius" by Dreiser, Theodore
