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Idiom: Lesser Of Two Evils

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The more desirable of two bad alternatives.

Example Sentences

1
I couldn't decide between going to the boring party or staying home alone, so I chose the lesser of two evils and went to the party.
2
I hate broccoli and spinach, but I had to pick the lesser of two evils and eat the broccoli.
3
My old car is falling apart, and I can't afford a new one, so getting it repaired was the lesser of two evils.
4
I had to choose the lesser of two evils when I couldn't decide whether to go camping and deal with bugs or stay home and deal with my annoying neighbors.
5
When faced with studying for a difficult exam or cleaning my room, I chose the lesser of two evils and studied for the exam.

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