It’s six of one and half a dozen of the other

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Pro Tip 1/3

Informal Usage

This phrase is casual and often used in informal conversation rather than formal writing. Slide

Going by car or by bike? Honestly, it's six of one and half a dozen of the other to me.

Pro Tip 2/3

No Preference

Use the phrase to express a lack of preference between two equally good/bad options. Slide

As for vacation spots, it's six of one and half a dozen of the other because I'll enjoy either place.

Pro Tip 3/3

Decision-Making

Helpful when describing a situation where making a choice is unnecessary due to the options' similarity. Slide

For Henry, choosing between vanilla and chocolate ice cream is six of one and half a dozen of the other.

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