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Best of both worlds
Meaning
- A situation where you can enjoy the advantages of two different things at the same time. It is the ideal compromise.
Optimistic, satisfied
Used in a sentence
- Working from home but keeping the office desk is the best of both worlds.
- We live in the country but are close to the city, it is the best of both worlds.
- I chose the hybrid car so I get the best of both worlds.
The backstory
The phrase has existed in various forms for centuries, often appearing in literature to describe a person trying to please both God and the devil. Today it just means you got a great deal.
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