as in disadvantage
a feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success
this plan has only one drawback: it's unworkable
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Recent Examples of drawback
Fan noise under load is a drawback, but for users who need the performance of a dedicated GPU and expansive monitor support, the Neo Ultra is a strong option.
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PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2025
During the fourth quarter of 2024, Stellantis slashed production volumes with short notice, surprising suppliers, who had not planned for the drawback in demand.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Toulouse’s approach aims to miniaturize 3D printing technology to travel through a thin optical fiber to address the drawbacks.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2025
What are the drawbacks of a reverse mortgage?
—Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
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PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2025
During the fourth quarter of 2024, Stellantis slashed production volumes with short notice, surprising suppliers, who had not planned for the drawback in demand.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Toulouse’s approach aims to miniaturize 3D printing technology to travel through a thin optical fiber to address the drawbacks.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2025
What are the drawbacks of a reverse mortgage?
—Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drawback
Noun
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But detailed negotiations have dragged out, leaving the country’s key auto making industry at a disadvantage – subject to 25% US tariffs while its rivals in Japan and Europe have already secured much lower rates.—
Will Ripley,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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The Republican Party may be at a disadvantage in next year's midterm elections, according to new polling.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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Not the one who improved their golf handicap.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Oct. 2025
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EconomyFortune 500 Experts say Trump’s $100,000 fee for a talent visa is a handicap on the tech industry.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Drawback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drawback. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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