Example Sentences

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But even groups of friends who are upfront about what they can afford find there are pitfalls.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

However, with his nuanced unraveling of sometimes dauntingly tangled ideas and his always crisp prose he avoids the pitfalls of oversimplification and excessive detail.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

But before embarking on a mad shopping spree to build up your points base, there are a few pitfalls to avoid.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

But she’s also well aware of the pitfalls ahead, having seen Alyssa and Gisele occasionally stumble into them.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

There seemed to be so many pitfalls in the questions we asked.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya