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detriment

[de-truh-muhnt] / ˈdɛ trə mənt /


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Others fear an algorithmic streaming bubble is to the detriment of genuine music, its discovery and creatives' livelihoods.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

Profitability is important, she says, but not to the detriment of top-line growth.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026

Bass had previously cited the uncertainty of the merger as a detriment to Hollywood workers’ livelihoods.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026

“I want to improve myself, but not at the detriment of others,” Cruise tells GQ.

From Salon ● Sep. 17, 2026

“It’s a love of a bonnet, but I prefer the face inside, for it looks young and happy again,” and John kissed the smiling face, to the great detriment of the rosebud under the chin.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

Netflix’s newest reality competition series is based on ‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,’ and among its detriments is using the AI-generated voice of the late Gene Wilder.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026

And what are the nutrition benefits — and, possible, detriments?

From Salon ● Jan. 17, 2026

In an hourlong conversation, in a hotel somewhat more modest than Moscow’s Metropol, they discussed claustrophobia, facial hair and the benefits and detriments of working with a spouse.

From New York Times ● Mar. 31, 2024

The game hadn’t evolved to where it is today, when speed and athleticism are viewed as desired traits, not detriments.

From Washington Post ● Apr. 25, 2023

Sir, with your leave—I ask pardon—but the least thing detriments these tender colours; and as you have just been eating cheese with your hands—— Farm.

From The Parent's Assistant Stories for Children by Maria Edgeworth


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