She wants to spend less time at work but still get a promotion; you can't have it both ways
He expects to be treated like a child but also wants independence; you can't have it both ways
They want to save money but also go on expensive vacations; you can't have it both ways
You want to eat junk food and lose weight? You can't have it both ways
She complained about the noise but then invited all her friends over; you can't have it both ways
He wants to be criticized for his mistakes but also praised for his efforts; you can't have it both ways
You expect a refund without a receipt? You can't have it both ways
They want the benefits of living in the city without the traffic; you can't have it both ways
He wants to be the boss but also avoid making difficult decisions; you can't have it both ways
She wants to complain about being single but also push people away; you can't have it both ways
I want more freedom but also more safety.
You can't have it both ways, you must choose.
That is a difficult decision.
You can't have it both ways: be frugal and spend lavishly
You must choose one: either save money or enjoy excess
Compromises are necessary; you cannot have everything simultaneously