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The Best Of Both Worlds

The Best Of Both Worlds
How common is this idiom?: This idiom is still widely used today, often in informal settings, to express the idea of getting the benefits of two different things at the same time. It's a popular phrase that is commonly used in everyday conversations, especially in business and personal relationships.
Literal Meaning: To have the best parts of two different things at the same time.
Actual Idiomatic Meaning: To enjoy the advantages of two different situations or options simultaneously.
I love my new job, it's the best of both worlds - I get to work from home and still have a steady income.
She got the best of both worlds by marrying her best friend and business partner.

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