I should have done some crispy roasted potatoes instead of mashed, but you win some, you lose some.

我应该做一些烤土豆脆片来代替土豆泥，不过两者不可兼得。

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In boxing, there are four: Both boxers who lose semifinals matches win bronze, instead of squaring off for the bronze medal.

WSJ: 2012 London Olympics: Do Gold Medals Matter More Than Total Medals?