mixed

be a mixed blessing

something that has bad effects as well as advantages. Beauty can be a mixed blessing. It gets you a lot of attention but people are less likely to take you seriously.

See also: blessing

have mixed feelings about something

to be both pleased and not pleased about something at the same time. I had mixed feelings about leaving home. I was looking forward to going to university but I would miss my family. (often + about)

See also: about, feeling

a mixed bag

a combination of different things or different types of people. The group is quite a mixed bag - we have members with all levels of experience.

See also: bag

with mixed feelings

have mixed feelings about something - to be both pleased and not pleased about something at the same time. News of the takeover was received with mixed feelings.

See also: feeling