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The phrase "a disadvantage to" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a negative aspect or drawback related to a person, group, or situation.
Example: "The new policy presents a disadvantage to small businesses that cannot afford the compliance costs."
Alternatives: "a drawback for" or "a hindrance to".
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That's a disadvantage to her".
There is a disadvantage to simplicity.
There is a disadvantage to waiting, though.
I've never found it a disadvantage to be a woman.
"Everywhere in Greece it's a disadvantage to be overqualified now".
That would just sort of give more of a disadvantage to the Americans.
It's a disadvantage to play as concertmaster and be playing the music for the first time.
For the life of him, he said, he cannot see a disadvantage to his business model.
I am unreliable to the point of being a disadvantage to my own team.
"Why should a Japanese girl be at such a disadvantage to an American girl?" he said.
But when was the extremity of the challenge ever a disadvantage to the world No1?
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