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as in harm
something that causes loss or pain
opponents of casino gambling claim that it is a detriment to society at large
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as in disadvantage
the negative result caused by something that creates difficulty for achieving success
the requirement that runners wear shoes for the race worked to his detriment since he was used to running barefoot
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Recent Examples of detriment
Thus, the standard for pay can vary, creating another detriment for a telemedicine provider who wishes to serve several state jurisdictions.
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Jason Povio, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
SpaceX has been lobbying to revise the rules, calling them outdated and a detriment to its satellite internet service.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
In some circles, that may be a detriment to his draft stock.
—Ryan Morik, Fox News, 12 Mar. 2025
Balance Is Key To mitigate any detriments associated with gaming, experts stress that balance as key when a child shows a passion for gaming.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 19 Mar. 2025
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Jason Povio, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
SpaceX has been lobbying to revise the rules, calling them outdated and a detriment to its satellite internet service.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
In some circles, that may be a detriment to his draft stock.
—Ryan Morik, Fox News, 12 Mar. 2025
Balance Is Key To mitigate any detriments associated with gaming, experts stress that balance as key when a child shows a passion for gaming.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for detriment
Noun
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Sustainable packaging and innovative product design can extend lifecycle value and reduce environmental harm, turning waste into new opportunities.—
Richard Howells,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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But the market did not and still does not account for such harms, only fossil fuel sales and use.—
Brian Deese,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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Everton is looking to break into this group but is at a disadvantage due to a period of financial and sporting uncertainty under its previous ownership, which led to points deductions during the 2022/23 season.—
James Nalton,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Pakistan has long been at a major disadvantage in its wars with India due to its vastly smaller land mass and population.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Gum graft surgery can help manage these symptoms, prevent tooth loss, and protect the jawbones from damage.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
3 May 2025
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Sleeping on silk helps protect skin and hair from friction damage.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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Most recently, Romania brought in legislation that requires employers to cover remote staff's expenses for internet, electricity and other utilities.—
Dee Coakley,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Financial experts advise having an emergency fund with three to six months' worth of expenses set aside for a rainy day.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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In response to questions from Jackson, Nuttall agreed that injuries to O'Keefe's face could have been caused by a punch to the face.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Authorities said at least one injury was reported, but offered no details.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Detriment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detriment. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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