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the bad things about sth

idiom
Meaning

The negative parts or disadvantages of a situation, person, or thing.


Examples
SIMPLE

I like my job, but the long commute is one of the bad things.

CONTEXTUAL

We want to move to the city, but we are worried about the bad things like noise and high rent.

COMPLEX

While the new technology offers many benefits, we must also consider the bad things about it, such as the potential loss of privacy for our customers.

Last updated April 22, 2026