tragic flaws

plural of tragic flaw

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Noun
  • Starring Oscar Isaac as the titular brilliant but egotistical scientist Victor, Frankenstein sees the doctor bring a creature (Elordi) to life with a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to both of their undoings.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
  • The gothic sci-fi film — which is competing for the prestigious Golden Lion at the festival — is a retelling of Mary Shelley’s 1818 classic horror novel following a brilliant scientist who brings a monstrous creature to life, ultimately resulting in both of their undoings.
    Ellise Shafer, Variety, 30 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Unable to leave, residents rely on each other In another neighborhood, a view of the brilliant deep blue of the Mediterranean, a block away, framed the ruins of what had been a famous creamery – Karrit Ice Cream.
    Jane Arraf, NPR, 23 June 2026
  • And then the next issue became the funeral, instead of just Scott and Jean hanging out in the ruins.
    Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • Bruised or soft spots can be a sign of rot and can speed up the spoilage of the entire melon.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
  • That said, Keathley advises keeping an eye out for any fruit that has mold, soft spots, or a sour smell.
    Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
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“Tragic flaws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tragic%20flaws. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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