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Explaining "A blessing in disguise"
Reviewed and edited by 
Anwar Kareem 26/01/2025, 22:53
Anwar Kareem 26/01/2025, 22:53English.me team member
What does it mean?
"A blessing in disguise" is an idiom referring to something that seems negative or unfortunate at first but ultimately results in something positive or beneficial.
Tone
Optimistic and reassuring
Origin
The phrase originated in the 18th century, with one of the earliest recorded uses in James Hervey's 1746 work "Reflections on a Flower-Garden."
Examples of usage
- Losing her job was a blessing in disguise because it led her to pursue her true passion.
- The missed flight was a blessing in disguise; the next plane was less crowded and more comfortable.
- His injury turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as it gave him time to reconnect with his family.
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