as in weak
lacking strength of will or character
maintained that the nation's foreign policy should not be in the hands of limp-wristed bleeding hearts with no military experience
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for limp-wristed
Adjective
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Trump has directed his ire toward the Department of Labor agency ever since former Commissioner Erika McEntarfer authorized the release of a weak jobs report last summer.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Jan. 2026 -
Procedures harden, decision paths lengthen, and people wait for permission rather than acting on weak signals from the environment.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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According to health officials, Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, older adults and individuals with weakened immune systems.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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The risk is highest for the very young and very old, and those with weakened immune systems.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Snag this extra-soft sheet set for 83% off, which is available in numerous colors and sizes.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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So too is the ancient dining room at Scotti's, with its Chianti bottle candle holders dripping with wax and soft opera music always playing through the speakers.—
Keith Pandolfi,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Limp-wristed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limp-wristed. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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