cons

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The result: debates in council chambers and school committees on the pros and cons of a specific class of medications, an unusual topic for city managers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

The team argued the pros and cons of killing a highly distinctive brand asset.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

As she helps clients weigh the pros and cons of a hardship withdrawal, she said she draws on affirmative phrases such as “Let’s explore steps to secure your future.”

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Charlotte Forrester owns nurseries in both Cardiff and Bath, and said she could see the pros and cons of both systems.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

“My dad isn’t going to like this. He’s not going to like it one bit. He always says the cons in the bug cage are the scariest ones, because you never know what they’ll do.”

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko