To obtain one thing by sacrificing another, more valuable one.
The concept of paying a high price for a seemingly desirable outcome has been a part of human wisdom since time immemorial. However, the precise wording of this notion only began to gain traction in the late 19th century.
Related Terms and Expressions:
- “Robbing Peter to pay Paul”: Using resources from one area to cover another, not necessarily leading to a satisfactory solution.
- “Selling one’s soul”: Making a severe moral compromise.
- “Throwing out the baby with the bathwater”: Committing a hasty action that removes good elements along with the bad.
Synonyms:
- Compromise
- Trade-off
- Sacrifice
Antonyms:
- Gain without loss
- Win-win situation
Humorous Quote: “I’ve given up coffee, chocolate, and sugar to become healthy… and now life’s not worth living!” —Anonymous
Proverbs:
- “You can’t have your cake and eat it too.”
- “All that glitters isn’t gold.”
Literature Recommendation:
- “The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde - This classic examines the cost of trading one’s soul for eternal youth and beauty.
Movie Suggestion:
- “Faust” (1926) - A visual masterpiece, depicting the legendary tale of making deals with the devil.
Song Recommendation:
- “You Can’t Always Get What You Want” by The Rolling Stones - A rock anthem that reminds us of the inherent trade-offs in life.
Inspirational Quote: President Woodrow Wilson once poignantly mentioned, “There is a price which is too great to pay for peace, and that price can be put in one word: One cannot pay the price of self-respect.”
Do You Know Your Sacrifices? Test Yourself!
Farewell folks! Remember, in the grand game of life, keep your soul intact and choose your sacrifices wisely!
—😂 Penny Proverbial, October 2023
