1
as in harms
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 disadvantages
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 detriments
Research has also overwhelmingly indicated that lack of sleep can lead to numerous health detriments, including chronic disease, mental health deterioration and even behavioral disorders.
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Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The three largest carriers all offer basic economy fares, with various benefits and detriments.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025
But other worries abound, a la O’Leary’s remarks about extras, to say nothing of broader cultural detriments like brain-draining our college students.
—Andy Crump, Time, 31 Oct. 2025
These candid and thoughtful conversations about potential scenarios and solutions allow partners to get on the same page and build healthy habits for the long run that can ultimately avoid the detriments of a divorce.
—Julia Rodgers, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The three largest carriers all offer basic economy fares, with various benefits and detriments.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025
But other worries abound, a la O’Leary’s remarks about extras, to say nothing of broader cultural detriments like brain-draining our college students.
—Andy Crump, Time, 31 Oct. 2025
These candid and thoughtful conversations about potential scenarios and solutions allow partners to get on the same page and build healthy habits for the long run that can ultimately avoid the detriments of a divorce.
—Julia Rodgers, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for detriments
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The states also warn about harms to funding and other issues if the executive order is upheld by the Supreme Court.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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Alarm over health harms accelerates Concern over the risks of flame retardants, heavy metals, pesticides and endocrine-disrupting chemicals that mimic hormones in the body has been growing as more studies point to serious health impacts.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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Your daughter needs to learn that the world is filled with people who have all kinds of experiences, advantages and disadvantages.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Like nearshoring, each friendshoring destination has its advantages and disadvantages.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
25 Feb. 2026
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Then came the number that echoed loudest—another $1 million in exemplary damages, which is due usually for some type of bad behavior.—
Dave Lieber
Feb. 25,
Dallas Morning News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Court filings reviewed by CBS News said total damages eclipsed $3 million.—
Scott MacFarlane,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Once the escort had ceased, Rapo reportedly approached Karzoun in front of Señor Pepe’s restaurant and caused the injuries that would ultimately lead to his death, the lawsuit states.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
2 Mar. 2026
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Graduate Travis Chestnut has been the biggest beneficiary of the injuries, starting eight of the first nine games.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Detriments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detriments. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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