double-edged sword

Noun

figuratively

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see double-edged, sword. / (figuratively) A benefit that is also a liability, or (a benefit) that carries some significant but not-so-obvious cost or risk.

Japanese Meaning

両刃の剣：利点でありながら同時に欠点やリスクも含む状況・事象のこと。 / 一方で有利でありながら、他方では不利な側面を持つ、相反する性質を併せ持つもの。

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The museum displayed a double-edged sword dating from the 12th century, its blade meticulously forged and polished.

Google Translation / DeepL Translation

博物館は12世紀の両刃の剣を展示しており、その刃は丹念に鍛えられ磨かれていた。

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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see double-edged, sword.

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double-edged swords

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