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as in fatigue
the quality or state of lacking physical strength or vigor
the flu left me with such overwhelming weakness that I could hardly stand
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as in softness
the quality or state of lacking strength of will or character
in a moment of weakness he said yes to his daughter's request for a new toy
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as in fault
a defect in character
his one weakness is his cockeyed optimism about everything
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as in vulnerability
the quality or state of having little resistance to some outside agent
the devastating weakness of the immune system that is experienced by people with certain chronic conditions
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Recent Examples of weakness
Yet, at other times, Altman has seemed to acknowledge AGI’s weakness as a concept.
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Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
Anyone dealing with arthritis, hand weakness or other hand pain will definitely appreciate this user-friendly electric can opener.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
Those who get sick with TB may experience mild symptoms, including coughing, chest pain, fatigue, weight loss, weakness, fever and night sweats, per the CDC.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
This past week showcased the strengths of carrots and the weaknesses of sticks.
—Editorial Board, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2026
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Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
Anyone dealing with arthritis, hand weakness or other hand pain will definitely appreciate this user-friendly electric can opener.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
Those who get sick with TB may experience mild symptoms, including coughing, chest pain, fatigue, weight loss, weakness, fever and night sweats, per the CDC.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
This past week showcased the strengths of carrots and the weaknesses of sticks.
—Editorial Board, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weakness
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The Form Insoles combine mechanical arch support with a neuro-stimulating texture, which is proven to reduce foot fatigue and arch pain by increasing overall foot awareness and foot posture.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Of course, the real flex is chartering your own flight—avoiding check-in-desk fatigue, security lines, and concern about overweight luggage altogether.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
28 Mar. 2026
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The contrast between the stiffness of the denim and the softness of the leather shoe makes for a beautiful visual harmony too.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
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Flax grown in the French regions where Everlane sources produces longer fibers than those cultivated in many other areas of the world, which the company said improves both durability and softness.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Mar. 2026
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When problems come up at school — like the program turning Oakley down for speech therapy, or someone taking her headphones away — Harris doesn’t see that as any one person’s fault, but rather as proof of problems in an entire system.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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What happened was not your cousin’s fault; the fault lies with her grandstanding brother.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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And the Food and Drug Administration now evaluates the cybersecurity of new medical devices prior to their arrival to market, and can issue recalls of those found to have significant vulnerabilities.—
Jeffrey Tully,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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To prepare for such contingencies, directors and property managers should identify potential vulnerabilities, know where exits and secure spaces are located, and anticipate how individuals might behave during a conflict.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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With the help of journalist Gerrick Kennedy, the memoir details Brandy's meteoric rise to fame as a young teen while volleying ambition, exhaustion and self-doubt, moving through a predatory and tormenting industry and being misunderstood in the public eye.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Investors should be wary given the bearish technical catalysts in former leaders like TSM and signs of long-term upside exhaustion across the sector.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Johnnies thrive on messy, on disruptive pressure that limit possessions to compensate for what is ordinarily their own offensive shortcomings.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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Harris’ death underscores growing concerns about the risks of riding small, low-speed electric vehicles and the shortcomings of the user agreements riders have with the companies that rent them.—
Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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Trump opposes the use of universal mail-in balloting because of its susceptibility to fraud, including ballot harvesting and non-citizens voting.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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Dimond singled out the secrecy of guardianship and conservatorship systems as central to their susceptibility to fraud and abuse.—
JC Hallman,
Oklahoma Watch,
22 Mar. 2026
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Signs of disease include warts on legs, crusty or swollen eyes, feebleness, a ruffled appearance, difficulty breathing, nasal discharge, and diarrhea.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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When hair endures damage from styling treatments, color, or heat, the hair’s keratin composition can be compromised, leading to feebleness and a greater risk of breakage.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Weakness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weakness. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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