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What is a pitfall?

What is a pitfall? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (figuratively) A potential problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
  2. (literally) A type of trap consisting of a concealed hole in the ground: victims fall into the hole and are unable to escape.
  3. (computing) An anti-pattern.
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Recognizing the origin of the malignant tumor represents another diagnostic pitfall.
The pitfall was the almost immediate report of cases of fatal hepatotoxicity, a side effect not anticipated from results of the clinical trials.
The following cases illustrate a new pitfall that can lead to treatment failure.
Thirteen standard, plastic pitfall traps, with soapy solution in the bottom cup, were maintained throughout the stay to sample invertebrates.
Another common pitfall is failing to understand the boss's goals, she said.
The second pitfall is that you are using a false plea in order to press your claim.

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