disadvantage
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Tyler, London: Tottenham are at the disadvantage with practically no momentum!
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
“This creates a disadvantage for smaller music companies and smaller artists, who may not have the resources of larger acts and larger venues.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
Despite starting at a disadvantage, individuals with higher loneliness did not experience faster memory decline.
From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026
Shoppers are also increasingly seeking fresher, less-processed, and higher-protein options—areas where legacy packaged food brands are at a disadvantage.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
The compartments had the disadvantage of being underground, the clothing was identical, and the food was relatively tasteless, but for the refugees of 12, these were minor considerations.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
Vocabulary lists containing disadvantage
STAAR Grade 6 Reading: Informational Text
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