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pitfalls

NOUN

hazard, trap

Synonyms

STRONGEST

danger difficulty drawback peril risk snag

STRONG

catch downfall entanglement hook mesh mousetrap pit quicksand setup snare swindle toil web

WEAK

booby trap deadfall

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage safety security

WEAK

blessing good luck

Example Sentences

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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

The Bruins’ success in the batter’s box also has helped raise the tide of a team that could’ve fallen into many pitfalls.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Rose says he is aware of the potential pitfalls.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

With AI back in the driver’s seat, these pitfalls may come back into focus too.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Gertie’s father didn’t approve of Hans because he was enlisted in the US Marines and there were too many pitfalls to military life.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly