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Swings Lose Gain Roundabouts Advantages Disadvantages Situation Constructions

Proverb What you lose on the swings you gain on the roundabouts.
Definition There are as many advantages as disadvantages in a situation.
Note Swings and 'roundabouts' are constructions on a children's playground.

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