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feed two birds with one scone

idiom
Meaning

Synonym of kill two birds with one stone.


Origin

first recorded 21st c.

Variant of kill two birds with one stone promoted by PETA in 2018 in an attempt to “reduce animal cruelty”.

Examples
SIMPLE

I walk to work to exercise and feed two birds with one scone.

CONTEXTUAL

By studying on the train, I feed two birds with one scone and arrive at school prepared.

COMPLEX

She chose a career that allowed her to travel while working, effectively feeding two birds with one scone.

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