disadvantaged

Example Sentences

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“We’ve become disadvantaged pretty significantly,” said Jeff Lehman, North America president for Norsk Hydro’s aluminum extrusion business.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

They argued that commissioners didn’t properly take into consideration the benefits to disadvantaged communities and customers of having local energy generation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Biden praised Jackson’s determination and commitment to social justice, while Clinton recalled Jackson as someone who pushed political leaders to address inequality and expand opportunity for disadvantaged communities.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

She said she understood her landlord's thinking, but felt she was seriously disadvantaged as a single mum-of-three with a solitary income.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

To work, however, not as leaders but in order that the socially disadvantaged could lead their own lives.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez