caught between two stools
The phrase "caught between two stools" means being in a dilemma or having to make a difficult choice between two options and failing to make a decision or compromising in a way that results in disadvantage or dissatisfaction. It often refers to a situation where someone is torn between two conflicting opinions or desires and is unable to find a satisfactory solution.
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