as in disadvantages
the negative result caused by something that creates difficulty for achieving success
baffled as to why working-class voters would vote in despite of their own economic interests
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disadvantages
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Fracture pan cons On the other hand, there are some disadvantages to fracture bedpans.—
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The Norwegian tax exemptions on EVs were introduced before EVs came to market and were decisive in offsetting the early disadvantages of EVs compared to conventional cars, especially regarding comfort, vehicle size, and range.—
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27 Jan. 2026
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“Despites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/despites. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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