disadvantage
Example Sentences
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The lack of opportunity is putting many young adults at a disadvantage as youth unemployment rises.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
The play closed in February, putting it at a disadvantage with Tony voters whose theatergoing typically kicks into high gear in the spring.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
The system is controversial, with critics warning that early streaming can disadvantage some children and be detrimental to a young person's self-esteem.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
“It creates an additional disadvantage for us, and then it is easier for EU buyers to shift to other countries,” he added.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
I realize it’s just another disadvantage the District 12 tributes have faced over the years.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
Vocabulary lists containing disadvantage
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