severe disadvantage

Examples (10)

• Students without internet access are at a severe disadvantage in today's educational system.
• The small startup faced a severe disadvantage due to its limited funding compared to the industry giant.
• Playing with an injured knee put the tennis player at a severe disadvantage throughout the match.
• Not understanding the language of the court places a defendant at a severe disadvantage.
• The country's lack of natural resources has historically been a severe disadvantage to its economic development.
• Being surrounded by the enemy, the troops found themselves at a severe disadvantage.
• Lacking any practical experience, he knew he was at a severe disadvantage in the competitive job market.
• If the new law passes, it will create a severe disadvantage for small businesses trying to export their goods.
• The genetic mutation was a severe disadvantage, making the organism more susceptible to disease.
• Despite starting with a severe disadvantage, she worked tirelessly to achieve her goals.