soft spot
noun
Definition of soft spot
1 : a sentimental weakness has a soft spot for him
2 : a vulnerable point a soft spot in the defense system
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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
First Known Use of soft spot
1845
SOFT SPOT Defined for English Language Learners
soft spot
noun
Definition of soft spot for English Language Learners
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: a strong liking for someone or something
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: a weak point that can be attacked
Medical Dictionary
soft spot
noun
Medical Definition of soft spot
: a fontanel of a fetal or young skull
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