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to cut both ways
01
(of a process or action) to have two opposite effects, particularly a good and a bad one
Idiom
Informal
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Advancements in technology can cut both ways, making our lives more convenient while posing security risks.
02
(of a point or statement) to be applicable or relevant to both sides of an argument
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The argument that social media is harmful to young people cuts both ways. On the one hand, it can expose them to cyberbullying and other online dangers. On the other hand, it can help them connect with others and learn new things.
