pit
fall
Plural
pitfalls
1
an unexpected or hidden difficulty or danger
- The guide warned us about the pitfalls of the hiking trail.
- The book provides advice on how to avoid pitfalls in relationships.
- The guide warned us about the pitfalls of the hiking trail.
- Her experience helped her recognize the pitfalls in the plan.
- The travel blog highlighted the pitfalls of vacationing in remote areas.
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2
a concealed or hidden trap, often a hole, intended to catch or ensnare someone or something
- The hunter avoided the pitfall hidden in the forest.
- Early explorers were cautious of natural pitfalls along the path.
- The hiker fell into a pitfall covered by leaves.
- Farmers set pitfalls to catch wild animals damaging crops.
- The cave was full of pitfalls and required careful navigation.
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