drawbacks
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He’s working from a relatively clean slate, and experiencing all of the privileges and drawbacks that come with it.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026
While these accounts have advantages, they also have drawbacks that could limit flexibility and raise taxes later on.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
Hedging can help protect a portfolio during periods of market turbulence, but it also has important drawbacks.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
The lithium-ion batteries that supply much of today’s clean energy come with some infamous drawbacks, from fire risk to reliance on foreign mining.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
This mostly invigorating, positive trend was not without its drawbacks.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
