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disadvantage

[dis-uhd-van-tij, -vahn-] / ˌdɪs ədˈvæn tɪdʒ, -ˈvɑn- /


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The same mechanism that produces unequal economic opportunity also produces unequal political opportunity—and in politics, the disadvantage compounds across stages.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

If there’s a disadvantage, it’s that this type of chip is expensive and difficult to manufacture.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

"It shouldn't be the case that parents are left trying to search for a cinema their child can attend," she said, adding that travelling created extra costs and put families "at a disadvantage".

From BBC • May 6, 2026

So do those who are led to believe they’re at a relative disadvantage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Our language puts us at a disadvantage here.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker




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