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
It is known that Charles, Camilla and William have a soft spot for the two girls.
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Janelle Ash , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
Davis connects with the 3-1 pitch, which falls into a soft spot in center field, bringing in two runs.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
He’s written for outlets from Men’s Journal to SPY and has a soft spot for alt/indie music, Japanese Breakfast’s discography included.
—Jonathan Zavaleta, Footwear News, 6 Mar. 2026
Avoid skin that has many soft spots or is mushy to touch.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
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Janelle Ash , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
Davis connects with the 3-1 pitch, which falls into a soft spot in center field, bringing in two runs.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
He’s written for outlets from Men’s Journal to SPY and has a soft spot for alt/indie music, Japanese Breakfast’s discography included.
—Jonathan Zavaleta, Footwear News, 6 Mar. 2026
Avoid skin that has many soft spots or is mushy to touch.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 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 13 Mar. 2026.
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