Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Ichidan verb
to weigh (one thing against another); to compare (the relative merits of two options); to weigh (something) on scales
Idiomatic expression
to try to have it both ways; to play a double game; to have two strings to one's bow
Idiomatic expression
Also written 天秤に掛ける【てんびんにかける】