the weak

noun

: weak people
the weak and the powerful

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The energy crunch has prompted Iran to look toward solar energy, but the weak currency also means importing the necessary technology is extra expensive. Jason Ma, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026 This development suggests that systems relying on quantum mechanical effects can be used to detect the weak signals associated with sub-GeV particles. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026 If Chicago wants the Loop to thrive again, transit can’t be the weak link. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026 Despite the weak end to the year, market strategists are expecting more all-time highs in 2026. Alex Harring, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the weak

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“The weak.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20weak. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.

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