Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swings-and-roundabouts
idiom
/swɪŋz ənd ˈraʊndəˌbaʊts/
Definition
A situation in which there are advantages and disadvantages, often balancing each other.
Examples
- Life is full of swings-and-roundabouts; sometimes you gain, sometimes you lose.
- When considering the job offer, remember that it’s all swings-and-roundabouts in the end.
Meaning
The phrase reflects the idea that gains in one area may come at the cost of losses in another, similar to a fairground ride where there are ups and downs.
Synonyms
- Trade-offs
- Pros and cons
- Ups and downs
