Necessary evil
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British pronunciation/nˈɛsəsəɹi ˈiːvəl/
American pronunciation/nˈɛsəsɚɹi ˈiːvəl/

Definisi & Makna dari "necessary evil

Necessary evil
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kejahatan yang diperlukan, kejahatan yang tak terhindarkan

an unpleasant thing that requires acceptance in order for a certain thing to be achieved
necessary evil definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "necessary evil" and when to use it?

The idiom "necessary evil" has its origins dating back to the early 16th century in the English language. It is used to describe something that is undesirable, unpleasant, or morally objectionable but is required in a given situation.

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Many people see paying taxes as a necessary evil to fund essential public services.
Implementing strict security measures at airports is considered a necessary evil to ensure passenger safety.
For some, taking medication daily becomes a necessary evil to manage a chronic health condition.
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