detractor

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Moderna was the largest detractor among the 2025 picks, falling about 30%.

From Barron's • Dec. 12, 2025

But Nvidia was a major detractor to the index’s performance in November, he noted.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 1, 2025

Whether you are a supporter or a detractor of the BBC, I think everyone would agree these are incredibly testing times for the corporation.

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2025

A California bill requiring oil companies to set aside funds for the capping of old wells may have an unlikely detractor: Gov. Gavin Newsom.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2023

Downstairs had the same problem, and with the added detractor of being dark, and me without a flashlight.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs