Winning the lottery is a mixed blessing for many people.
mixed blessing
idiomSomething that has both good and bad features.
Getting a promotion that requires moving to a new city is a mixed blessing for my family.
The sudden fame proved to be a mixed blessing, as it brought him great wealth but destroyed his desire for a quiet, private life.
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mixed bag
Something tending to have both good and bad results or characteristics; something having a mixture of advantages and disadvantages.
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mixed herbs
A common mix of different dried herbs for general culinary use, containing some or all of basil, sage, rosemary, marjoram, oregano, thyme, and parsley.
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mixed message
Any communication that is contradictory, inconsistent, or unclear, especially in its motive or intent.
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mixed picture
A situation in which both negatives and positives are found.