A blessing in disguise

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Something that seems bad or unfortunate at first but results in something good or beneficial later.

Losing my job was a blessing in disguise, as it pushed me to start my own business.
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Often appears as...

  • turn out to be a blessing in disguise
  • seem like a blessing in disguise

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Hidden Positives

Look for the unexpected benefits in negative situations when using this phrase.

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Although the storm ruined our sports day, it was a blessing in disguise as we had a great time indoors.
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Irony Alert

Use this phrase to express irony when an unfortunate event leads to a good outcome.

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I missed the bus and walked to school, but it was a blessing in disguise because I found $20 on my way.
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Optimistic Tone

Use it to show optimism in hindsight, reflecting on past events that had a positive turnaround.

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The vacation I missed due to illness turned out to be a blessing in disguise; I avoided a bad storm.
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