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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Avoid skin that has many soft spots or is mushy to touch.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026 -
Look for citrus fruits that feel firm and smooth, with no soft spots or bruises.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Outhouse is one of three highly respected defensive backs at North Crowley.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Mar. 2026
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If people believe a technology is being built on their backs, the backlash that follows is difficult to reverse.—
Eric Schmidt,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Achilles' heels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Achilles%27%20heels. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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