Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with disadvantage in American Collocation
disadvantage
noun
countable/uncountable
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
big/important
One of the major disadvantages of this treatment is it can lead to kidney infection.
The lack of river crossings put East London at a substantial disadvantage.
main
The primary disadvantage of these tests is the time it takes to develop questions which really probe the student’s learning.
not big
Although there is a slight cost disadvantage, the installation is quicker and easier.
of a particular type
Socio-economic disadvantages such as poverty have an impact on learning.
possible
We discuss some of the potential disadvantages for employees of flexible working hours.
impossible to avoid
Convertibles have some inherent disadvantages such as noise and vulnerability to theft.
have a disadvantage
Despite its beauty and charm, the village does face some disadvantages from its proximity to a major city.
deal with a disadvantage
There have to be further opportunities for people to overcome economic disadvantage.
outweigh a disadvantage
In a life-threatening situation, the advantages of a blood transfusion outweigh the disadvantages.
put someone/something
Traditional working patterns place women at a particular disadvantage.
be
Small independent shops often feel at a disadvantage.