as in disadvantage
a feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success
a plan with lots of pluses and only a few minuses
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Recent Examples of minus
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 31 May 2025
But the minuses of Musk have become at least as significant as the pluses.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 29 May 2025
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
In a way, Frank Capra could have made this film minus all the CGI.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 8 July 2025
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Noun
The Knicks were 6-1 in those games, and Brunson posted a plus/minus of +71.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 31 May 2025
But the minuses of Musk have become at least as significant as the pluses.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 29 May 2025
Preposition
Firstly, its valuation is still considered fair, as the stock is trading at just over 1x tangible book value (net assets minus goodwill).
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
In a way, Frank Capra could have made this film minus all the CGI.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minus
Noun
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Here are the key advantages and disadvantages to consider before incorporating AI into your job search strategy.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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There is such a variety of options for manicures, and each type has distinct advantages and disadvantages.—
Rebecca Dancer,
Allure,
18 July 2025
Preposition
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Add the steak in an even layer, without overlapping the meat (if necessary, work in batches to prevent crowding the pan).—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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Leaders who want to empower a truly creative team must provide room for exploration without immediately demanding evidence.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Noun
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In 1936, famed Olympic runner Jesse Owens raced a horse in a 100-yard dash and won thanks in part to a 40-yard handicap).—
Emily Barone,
Time,
19 July 2017
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LNK classes have done everything from installing handicap doors at Redwood to creating a Healthy Newborn site for Transitions that serves mothers going through addiction recovery.—
Brent Cooper,
Cincinnati.com,
17 July 2017
Noun
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This hyperfocus on the negatives usually means resentment has already built up and ultimately changed your connection into something more draining and unsupportive, Barbie Atkinson, LPC, founder of Catalyst Counseling in Houston, tells SELF.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
17 July 2025
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With all these complexities and seeming tax negatives, why use non-grantor trusts?—
Martin Shenkman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The city offers little in the way of culinary variety — a definite downside for food lovers seeking new and exciting options, according to the study.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
22 July 2025
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But that’s about the extent of the debate, as few would be able to discern any noticeable eccentricities or downsides to the hybrid system from the driver’s seat.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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“Minus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minus. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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