By (one's) lights In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "by (one's) lights", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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2022-03-28 11:03

according to somebody’s/something’s lights

By (one's) lights phrase

According to one's beliefs or understanding

You should first listen to everyone's opinion and then make a decision by your own lights.

Don't ask anyone for help! Please solve this problem by your own lights.

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caught between two stools

Difficult to choose between two alternatives.

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I am always caught between two stools when choosing what to buy at a bookstore.

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