doomed if you do, doomed if you don't

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Probably coined as a non-profane alternative to damned if you do, damned if you don't.

Phrase[edit]

doomed if you do, doomed if you don't (not comparable)

  1. (idiomatic) A situation where either choice results in a negative outcome; dilemma.
    Synonyms: dilemma; see also Thesaurus:dilemma