blessing in disguise
/ˌblesɪŋ ɪn dɪsˈɡaɪz/
a good thing that seemed bad at first
blessing in disguise in a sentence
“Losing that job was a blessing in disguise as it led to a better career.”
Origin of blessing in disguise
From 18th century hymn by James Hervey about misfortunes that prove beneficial
Related Words
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a situation where you have the advantages of two different things
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at the last possible moment
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pursuing a mistaken or misguided course