disadvantage
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“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
"It's this government's mission to cut the link between background and success, halving the disadvantage gap for this generation, so that every child has the opportunity to achieve and thrive," a spokesperson added.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Despite starting at a disadvantage, individuals with higher loneliness did not experience faster memory decline.
From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026
Through brilliant improvisation, Sindarov pulled out a victory—despite the disadvantage of having the black pieces.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Sir Bruce and the other one had me at a considerable disadvantage, as you will admit, and I regret to say that I was compelled to run away.”
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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