as in soft spots
a vulnerable point
the food supply proved to be the nation's Achilles' heel in its defense against terrorist attacks
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Noun
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Over the next few days, the eggplants sat in my crisper drawer, soft spots spreading across their skin like bruises.—
Reem Kassis,
The Atlantic,
11 Oct. 2025 -
Other signs of mold or spoilage include shriveling, leaking juice, soft spots, or an off smell.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Freeman was asked this week about switching running backs or putting Carr under center.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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The upheaval comes as brands battle to reverse a slowdown in luxury consumption worldwide, with aspirational consumers turning their backs on high-ends goods after several years of steep price increases in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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