pitfalls

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The Nerones hope to avoid the many pitfalls by doing extensive research before jumping in.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Chuck Marr, vice president for federal tax policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, said the early details of the proposals have good intentions, in his view — but they also have pitfalls.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

"All Rise has that triumphant feeling and affirmation of our common humanity in spite of the tribulations and pitfalls."

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

To avoid common tourist pitfalls, visitors should explore regions beyond Paris and embrace local dining.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

Our hope is that by a set of ten simple, straightforward laws, we can avoid the pitfalls of human fallibility.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman