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double-edged

adjective

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Wiktionary

adj

  1. Of a blade, such as a sword or knife, sharp on both edges.
  2. Beneficial and harmful at the same time; assisting or contributing in one manner while also creating risk or negative consequences.

    Slander is a double-edged weapon: you can hurt the reputation of another but it diminishes your own reputation that you debase yourself so much.