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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tragic flaws
Noun
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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
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Grand, crumbling ruins stand as a striking reminder that Oualidia was once a favorite place of the nation’s last Sultan, and the legacy of his beloved royal beach lingers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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Erksan was good with locations and makes fine use of the landscape here, which is appropriately dominated by the ruins of a fortress.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Look for citrus fruits that feel firm and smooth, with no soft spots or bruises.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
7 Feb. 2026
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Look for firm mushrooms that are free of soft spots or mold.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Tragic flaws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tragic%20flaws. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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