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Definition work both ways in American English

work both ways phrase

phrase
1

if something such as a particular situation or type of behavior works both ways, it has equal advantages and disadvantages for everyone it involves

Example

We are expected to be very flexible, but that should work both ways.

Synonyms and related words
mixed patchy two-edged
Definition work both ways in American English