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arma de doble filo

Meaning: something that has both positive and negative consequences, or can harm the user as easily as the opponent.

Literally: Weapon of double blade

Example: “Publicar el vídeo fue un arma de doble filo.” — Posting the video was a double-edged sword.

English equivalent: A double-edged sword

Equivalents in other languages

Origin: A blade sharpened on both edges cuts in both directions and can hurt the person wielding it as easily as the enemy. The RAE dictionary accepts arma de doble filo and arma de dos filos for a measure that may help or backfire. English says "double-edged sword."

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