be a mixed blessing

To have both positive and negative results. My new promotion will be a mixed blessing for my family because I'll get a substantial raise, but I'll have to work longer hours too.

be a mixed blessing

something that has bad effects as well as advantages Beauty can be a mixed blessing. It gets you a lot of attention but people are less likely to take you seriously.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Paulinus	-	Ancient Roman
Tadeo	tah-DE-o	Spanish
Wilky	-	Medieval English
Catherina	[.kæθə'ri:nə]
Vern	VURN	English
MochÁN	-	Ancient Irish