FALL BETWEEN TWO STOOLS
"Falling between two stools" is an idiomatic expression that means being in a situation where one is unable to choose between two options, resulting in missing out on both or failing to satisfy either.
Here are 10 example sentences:
- He wanted to pursue both his passion for art and his interest in science, but ended up falling between two stools.
- She couldn't decide between studying abroad or staying close to her family, and ended up falling between two stools.
- Trying to please both his boss and his colleagues, he ended up falling between two stools and disappointing everyone.
- The company tried to cater to both budget-conscious customers and luxury clients, but ended up falling between two stools.
- He couldn't choose between two job offers and ended up falling between two stools when both positions were filled.
- She couldn't decide whether to invest in stocks or bonds, and ended up falling between two stools and missing out on potential gains.
- The government's attempt to appease both environmentalists and industrialists resulted in falling between two stools and failing to address either concern adequately.
- She tried to balance her social life and academic responsibilities, but ended up falling between two stools and struggling with both.
- The restaurant tried to offer both Italian and Chinese cuisine, but ended up falling between two stools and failing to attract customers for either.
- He couldn't choose between pursuing higher education and entering the workforce, and ended up falling between two stools without a clear direction for his future.
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