pitfall
Example Sentences
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Chuck Marr, vice president for federal tax policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, said the early details of the proposals have good intentions, in his view — but they also have pitfalls.
From MarketWatch
Other research from Vanguard has shown how much emergency savings accounts save participants from all sorts of retirement-savings pitfalls in addition to hardship withdrawals, like loans and account liquidations at job changes.
From MarketWatch
"All Rise has that triumphant feeling and affirmation of our common humanity in spite of the tribulations and pitfalls."
From BBC
A recent Tax Court case highlights the pitfalls that can cost sellers dearly.
To avoid common tourist pitfalls, visitors should explore regions beyond Paris and embrace local dining.
From Barron's
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