do more harm than good
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: be more harmful than helpful
He thinks the treatment may do more harm than good.
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While B vitamin supplements are generally safe and well-tolerated, there are instances when too much can do more harm than good.
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Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 31 July 2025
Changing hydrangea flower color with coffee grounds is a popular garden hack that could do more harm than good.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025
In a climate defined by economic volatility, rapid technological shifts, and growing awareness of mental health, blind boldness can do more harm than good.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Whether from rainfall, sprinklers, or morning dew, mowing wet grass may do more harm than good.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 July 2025
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Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 31 July 2025
Changing hydrangea flower color with coffee grounds is a popular garden hack that could do more harm than good.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025
In a climate defined by economic volatility, rapid technological shifts, and growing awareness of mental health, blind boldness can do more harm than good.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Whether from rainfall, sprinklers, or morning dew, mowing wet grass may do more harm than good.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for do more harm than good
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“Do more harm than good.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/do%20more%20harm%20than%20good. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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