1
as in dependent
determined by something else
your extra piano lesson on Tuesdays is subject to the availability of the music room
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2
as in vulnerable
being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm
this type of wound is highly subject to infection
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subject (to)
Adjective
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If successful, the technology is slated for wider adoption across multiple EV lines, signaling a potential shift away from lithium-dependent batteries.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026 -
Previously, the tax code allowed claiming the child credit if the child or dependent had a Social Security number.—
Sarah Moreno
February 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Tech is vulnerable to a sell-off The AI theme has driven the stock market higher across the past three years.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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To make this mulch, crush broken terracotta pieces into smaller chunky shards and scatter them around snail and slug-vulnerable plants, including lettuces, hostas, or strawberries.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Kings acquire Artemi Panarin The Kings acquired high-scoring left wing Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers on Wednesday for a conditional third-round draft pick and prospect Liam Greentree.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Through the Neighborhood Pride program, residents can receive a conditional grant for up to $40,000 for exterior repairs such as impact windows, roofs, and driveways.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Teens are more prone to act on emotion, more susceptible to peer pressure and often less able to consider long-term consequences.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Certain medical conditions and factors like age can also make people more susceptible to the cold.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The new revelations include documents suggesting Mandelson shared sensitive government information with Epstein after the 2008 global financial crisis.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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The new revelations include documents suggesting Mandelson shared sensitive government information with Epstein after the 2008 global financial crisis.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The room has a Prohibition Era feel, with its exposed brick bar, antique marble floors, warm lighting and leather barstools.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Without effective armored support, Russian infantry assaults are slower, more exposed, and far more vulnerable to Ukrainian fires, resulting in high casualties and limited gains.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Even though these are two of the best defensive teams in the league, both QBs are prone to turning it over and turnovers lead to field position and points.—
Hank Gola,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Republicans win, getting rid of a scandal-prone politician and improving their chances of holding on to the District 7 seat.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Subject (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subject%20%28to%29. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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