be a mixed blessing



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.
See also: blessing, mixed

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.
See also: blessing, mixed

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Si-Ushee-ooKorean
Quirino-Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
MyrtieMUR-teeEnglish
Vicky['viki]
CareyKER-eeIrish, English
Yohanes-Indonesian