detriments

plural of detriment

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Recent Examples of detriments 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 While many investors understand the risks associated with aggressive investing, few realize the long-term detriments that come with an overly conservative portfolio, especially when preparing for retirement. David Kudla, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for detriments
Noun
  • This would mean platforms would be required to take reasonable measures to limit harms to the public.
    John Wihbey, Time, 20 Oct. 2025
  • The changes come as the social media giant faces ongoing criticism over harms to children from its platforms.
    Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • When asked about potential disadvantages, Roberson said officials hear from educators who can be reluctant to adjust lesson plans.
    Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Potential Concerns With Online Ordering Despite the benefits of an online shopping experience, there are some disadvantages and common concerns.
    Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Smith said that the initial goal is to get the tool up and running and then focus on expanding the work by not only looking at events that cost over $1 billion in damages but also smaller and medium-sized events.
    Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
  • The Billion-Dollar Database tracks the financial costs of property and other infrastructure destroyed by extreme weather disasters in the United States, focusing on events that caused $1 billion or more in damages.
    Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Despite lifesaving measures, the man died from his injuries, according to Adger.
    Julie Mendes, AZCentral.com, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Alvarez, who excelled after returning from the minors, also showed his toughness while playing through injuries to both of his hands down the stretch.
    Drew VonScio, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025

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