“A mixed bag”

Definition

A combination of good and bad things.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "A mixed bag".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "A mixed bag" mean?
"A mixed bag" means a combination of good and bad things..
How do you use "A mixed bag" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "A mixed bag"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "A mixed bag"?
Смесь хорошего и плохого. / Լավ և վատ բաների խառնուրդ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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