to cut both ways

Определение и значение слова « cut both ways» на английском языке

to cut both ways
01

Иметь хорошие и плохие последствия одновременно

(of a process or action) to have two opposite effects, particularly a good and a bad one
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His decision to reduce expenses cut both ways; it saved money but also resulted in staff layoffs.
02

Иметь хорошие и плохие последствия одновременно

(of a point or statement) to be applicable or relevant to both sides of an argument
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The argument that the government should not regulate businesses cuts both ways. On the one hand, regulation can stifle innovation and growth. On the other hand, it can protect consumers and the environment.
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