Lurking vs. Pitfall
Difference Between Lurking and Pitfall
Lurking➦
To wait out of view
thieves lurking in the shadows.
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Pitfall➦
An unapparent source of trouble or danger; a hidden hazard
"potential pitfalls stemming from their optimistic inflation assumptions" (New York Times).
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Lurking➦
To move furtively; sneak
heard him lurking along the corridor.
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Pitfall➦
A concealed hole in the ground that serves as a trap.
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Lurking➦
To exist unobserved or unsuspected
danger lurking around every bend.
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Pitfall➦
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
It's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself.
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Lurking➦
To read but not contribute to the discussion in a newsgroup, chatroom, or other online forum.
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Pitfall➦
(literal) A type of trap consisting of a concealed pit in the ground, which the victim is supposed to fall into and not be able to get out from.
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Lurking➦
present participle of lurk
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Pitfall➦
(computing) An antipattern.
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Lurking➦
The act of one who lurks.
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Pitfall➦
(mining) Subsidence below ground in a mine, which can cause the ground level above to drop.
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Lurking➦
concealed and unsuspected;
lurking dangers
search for lurking ambiguities
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Pitfall➦
A pit deceitfully covered to entrap wild beasts or men; a trap of any kind.
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Lurking➦
marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed;
a furtive manner
a lurking prowler
a sneak attack
stealthy footsteps
a surreptitious glance at his watch
someone skulking in the shadows
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Pitfall➦
an unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty
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Pitfall➦
a trap in the form of a concealed hole
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