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English
Etymology
Antonym of best of both worlds.
Pronunciation
Noun
worst of both worlds (uncountable)
- (idiomatic, singular only) A solution or scenario which combines the disadvantages of two opposed prior solutions, often having been intended to combine their benefits instead.
- Antonym: best of both worlds
- 2004: 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)
- The Worst of Both Worlds: Violating Rights without Gaining Security
Translations
scenario which combines disadvantages
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