expression, ichidan verb
try to have it both ways; play a double game
Idiomatic expression meaning to try to get the best of two options at once, often with a negative connotation of opportunism or hedging bets.
See also: 天秤にかける
He always tries to have it both ways, thinking about which is more profitable.
そんなに両天秤にかけるような態度では、どちらからも信用されないよ。
With an attitude like that of trying to play both sides, you won't be trusted by either.