drawback
noun
a hindrance or disadvantage; an undesirable or objectionable feature.
drawbacks
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pluralof drawback.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Hedging can help protect a portfolio during periods of market turbulence, but it also has important drawbacks.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
Because the ultra fine bubbles vanish after drying, the researchers believe their method could provide a cleaner, more precise way to produce next generation microdevices without the drawbacks of conventional ink additives.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026
The lithium-ion batteries that supply much of today’s clean energy come with some infamous drawbacks, from fire risk to reliance on foreign mining.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
As ever, an increase in sunshine and warmth usually comes with some drawbacks.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
Plutarch begins to explain the drawbacks here—the dangers, the extra security, the risk of injury—but Coin cuts him off.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
