soft spot
noun
1
: a sentimental weakness : a strong liking for someone or something
They both have a soft spot for puppies. [=like puppies very much]
2
: a vulnerable point
a soft spot in the defense system
Examples of soft spot in a Sentence
They found a soft spot in the enemy's defenses.
a huge trade imbalance continued to be the soft spot in the nation's economy
Recent Examples on the Web
Even if your hook does find a soft spot, tarpon battle so violently and have so much energy that the odds of that hook staying planted for the entire fight are slim.
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Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 17 June 2026
But if your router is outdated and poorly protected, your network still has a soft spot.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Bruised or soft spots can be a sign of rot and can speed up the spoilage of the entire melon.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
That said, Keathley advises keeping an eye out for any fruit that has mold, soft spots, or a sour smell.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
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Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 17 June 2026
But if your router is outdated and poorly protected, your network still has a soft spot.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Bruised or soft spots can be a sign of rot and can speed up the spoilage of the entire melon.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
That said, Keathley advises keeping an eye out for any fruit that has mold, soft spots, or a sour smell.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for soft spot
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“Soft spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soft%20spot. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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