pitfall
noun
a lightly covered and unnoticeable pit prepared as a trap for people or animals.
pitfalls
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pluralof pitfall.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"Appointments made against a backdrop of social turmoil always come with many pitfalls," said Prytula, adding that Drapaty now faces "inflated expectations".
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
The tension between the various competing interests is handled with nuance and without taking sides, all while showing both the pitfalls and the wondrous potential of this annual spectacle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
This is the latest reminder of the pitfalls celebrities face navigating China's entertainment scene, where observers say they have become outlets for young people's social and economic frustrations.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
There are bound to be pitfalls any time a fund offers investors short-term liquidity while holding long-term, illiquid assets with opaque valuations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
There was no way to foresee the psychological pitfalls.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
