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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Look for citrus fruits that feel firm and smooth, with no soft spots or bruises.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
7 Feb. 2026 -
Look for firm mushrooms that are free of soft spots or mold.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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The club has a litany of center backs, with Glesnes joining Maya Yoshida, Emiro Garces and Chris Rindov.—
Damian Calhoun,
Daily News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Yet even as the coach was roundly criticized for his handling of the situation, UCLA’s players were insistent that Cronin still had their backs.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Achilles' heels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Achilles%27%20heels. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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