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Region: General | Usage example: The benefit is two-fold: savings and convenience.

Two-fold

Meaning

Having two parts or aspects.

Usage

Used to describe dual effects.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Old English numeric idiom.

Used in descriptive writing for centuries.

Related Idioms

Glass half full

Having an optimistic outlook.

Lot on your plate

Having many responsibilities.

Upper hand

Having the advantage in a contest or negotiation.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.