ongoing drawback

[/ˈɒŋɡoʊɪŋ ˈdrɔːbæk/]
noun phrasepl: ongoing drawbacks
desvantagem contínua
1. a persistent or continuous disadvantage or problem that continues to exist over time
The lack of public transportation remains an ongoing drawback for rural communities.
A falta de transporte público continua sendo uma desvantagem contínua para as comunidades rurais.
2. a recurring impediment or limitation that has not been resolved
High maintenance costs are an ongoing drawback of this equipment.
Os altos custos de manutenção são uma desvantagem contínua deste equipamento.
This term is commonly used in business, technology, and policy discussions in both American and Brazilian contexts. In Brazil, it frequently appears in discussions about infrastructure challenges and systemic issues in public services.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
persistent disadvantagecontinuous limitationrecurring problemsustained obstacleperpetual setback
Antonyms / Antônimos
temporary advantageresolved benefitresolved solutionfixed improvement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desvantagem contínua
most common and neutral usage
Brazil
problema contínuo
alternative more colloquial term
Portugal
inconveniente permanente
Portuguese European preference
São Paulo
desvantagem que não passa
colloquial variation

Related Words

drawbackdisadvantagelimitationimpedimentobstaclechallengesetback

Related Idioms & Phrases

a thorn in one's side
a persistent thorn
a constant headache
an albatross around one's neck
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