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Lesser Evils Choose Opt Unpleasant Poor Options Choosing

Phrase/Idiom lesser of two evils
Definition If you choose the lesser of two evils, you opt for the less unpleasant of two poor options.
Example Choosing the train instead of driving was the lesser of two evils; at least we could have a drink.

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