This term is derived from R. L. Stevenson's "The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde." Dr Jekyll, the atypical good scientist, unleashes his dark side, nicknamed Mr Hyde, through self-experimentation. Although Jekyll and Hyde have contradictory natures, they are one and the same person.
1. At first glance Jekyll and Hyde financial statements may seem to show strong performance, but a closer look reveals covert weaknesses.
2. Volatile stock that fluctuates widely in price is an example of a Jekyll and Hyde.
3. If two officials of a company both envision important but conflicting goals, it is called a Jekyll and Hyde situation.
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
by Robert Louis Stevenson.) •Bill thinks Mary is so soft and gentle, but she can be very cruel—she is a real Jekyll and Hyde.
•Jane doesn't know that Fred is a Jekyll and Hyde. She sees him only when he is being kind and generous, but he can be very cruel.
двойственная личность (проявляющая то хорошие, то дурные качества; по имени героя романа Р. Л. Стивенсона «Доктор Джекилл и мистер Хайд»)