be at a disadvantage

be at a disadvantage

To be in an unfavorable position compared to others. They knew for weeks, but I'm just getting all of this information now—I'm at a disadvantage here. You'll be at a disadvantage playing against a player as skilled as Katie. Don't make too many concessions while negotiating or you'll be at a disadvantage by the end of things.

See also: disadvantage

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put somebody/be at a disadˈvantage

make it/be difficult for somebody to succeed: My lack of experience put me at a disadvantage in comparison with the other candidates for the job.

See also: disadvantage, put, somebody

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