downside
noun
the lower side or part.
downsides
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pluralof downside.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He acknowledges that there are some well-established societal downsides to overuse of Meta’s social-media, especially among young people, but he appreciates “at least there’s no cloud in their revenue.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
In a statement, the group said AI could become more powerful over a decade, driving an unprecedented economic transformation that could bring downsides but also opportunities such as “major gains in living standards.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
The increased exposure also comes with downsides - such as increased scrutiny.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
The air conditioning units do have some downsides.
From Barron's ● Jun. 25, 2026
The downsides of nuclear power are obvious when you consider Fukushima prefecture.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
