worst of both worlds

Language: en

Meaning: (idiomatic,singular only)Asolutionorscenariowhich combines thedisadvantagesof two opposed prior solutions, often having been intended to combine theirbenefitsinstead.Antonym:best of both worlds2004: Paul H. Douglas Ethics in Government Program,The Challenge of Terrorism: Protecting Citizens, Preserving Values, essay 1: Nadine Strossen,“The Worst of Both Worlds: Violating Rights without Gaining Security”(Institute of Government and Public Affairs, University of Illinois)TheWorst of Both Worlds: Violating Rights without Gaining Security

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