Downside
Downside noun - A feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success.
Usage example: the downside of living in the country is, of course, the long commute to work
Lead
Lead noun - The person who has the most important role in a play, movie, or TV show.
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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The only downside is that you have to lead your shots at far out distances.
Source: Videogame / Lost Planet
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