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If you are in a situation that necessitates a choice between two unpleasant alternatives, give preference to that one which is less harmful to you. See Лучше мало, чем совсем ничего (Л), Лучше хоть что-нибудь, чем ничего (Л) Cf: Better cut the shoe than pinch the foot (Am., Br.). Better one-eyed than stone-blind (Br.). Better eye sore than all blind (Br.). Choose the lesser of two evils (Am.). Of two evils choose the least (the lesser) (Am., Br.). Of two evils choose the prettier (Am.). Of two harms (mischiefs) choose the least (Br.). Of two ills choose the least (Am.)