cut both ways
To have both benefits and drawbacks.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Working from home can cut both ways.”
“Having a flexible schedule is nice, but it can cut both ways if you struggle to separate work from your personal life.”
“The new policy regarding remote work cuts both ways, offering employees greater autonomy while simultaneously complicating the maintenance of a cohesive corporate culture.”
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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all the way to Egery and back
The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.
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by the way
Irrelevantly, off-topic.
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clear cut
Straightforward, obvious, simple, or basic.
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come a long way
To make significant progress.
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cry all the way to the bank
To be happy due to the receipt of money, but sad about the cause.
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cut a dash
To make a display of oneself; to give a conspicuous impression.
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cut a deal
To reach a negotiated agreement.
Last updated August 10, 2026