Meaning of 'Lesser of two evils'
What does the saying 'Lesser of two evils' mean?
Idiom: Lesser of two evils
Meaning:
Something that is the lesser of two evils, is an unpleasant option, but not as bad as the other.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Numbers |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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