1
as in susceptibility
the quality or state of having little resistance to some outside agent
vulnerability to infection
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as in exposure
the state of being left without shelter or protection against something harmful
the vulnerability of the car to vandalism when it's parked on the street
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Recent Examples of vulnerability
My clinical work places me at the intersection of childhood, mobility and brain vulnerability.
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Myron Rolle, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2026
Concerns surrounding maritime chokepoints, Red Sea shipping disruptions, and broader geopolitical tensions have reinforced Beijing’s focus on reducing vulnerability to external energy shocks.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026
That path might include using its knowledge of a vulnerability or exploit to accomplish its goals.
—Shreyans Mehta, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
This week, Vogue spoke to Jagannathan about vulnerability and the limits of power, conducting a onscreen love affair with Armisen, and taking fashion inspiration from her character.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 28 May 2026
Britt and Rachel bring extraordinary vulnerability, intelligence, and unpredictability to these characters, creating a dynamic that feels deeply human while becoming increasingly terrifying.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Emotional closeness may feel intense today, as fears around vulnerability, trust, and self-expression surface.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 28 May 2026
The mayor’s vulnerability is therefore bigger than one controversy or one bad news cycle.
—Will Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Myron Rolle, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2026
Concerns surrounding maritime chokepoints, Red Sea shipping disruptions, and broader geopolitical tensions have reinforced Beijing’s focus on reducing vulnerability to external energy shocks.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026
That path might include using its knowledge of a vulnerability or exploit to accomplish its goals.
—Shreyans Mehta, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
This week, Vogue spoke to Jagannathan about vulnerability and the limits of power, conducting a onscreen love affair with Armisen, and taking fashion inspiration from her character.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 28 May 2026
Britt and Rachel bring extraordinary vulnerability, intelligence, and unpredictability to these characters, creating a dynamic that feels deeply human while becoming increasingly terrifying.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Emotional closeness may feel intense today, as fears around vulnerability, trust, and self-expression surface.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 28 May 2026
The mayor’s vulnerability is therefore bigger than one controversy or one bad news cycle.
—Will Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vulnerability
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Strawberry Planters Strawberries require unique growing conditions due to their shallow roots, trailing growth, and susceptibility to pests and root rot.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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But the gaps this outbreak revealed in our ability to respond, and our immense susceptibility to a virus more capable and catastrophic, will remain.—
Craig Spencer,
STAT,
13 May 2026
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Just make sure to give them a brighter exposure than that required by the classic green Chinese evergreens.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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Today, gaining exposure to prime commercial real estate still involves intermediaries, high minimums, and long holding periods.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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His iron play has been strong enough to contend virtually anywhere on the PGA Tour, but the putter has remained the glaring weakness.—
Jeff Goudy,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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More striking than the national numbers is where the weakness is now showing up.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
26 May 2026
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Louisa Loo, Lombard Odier’s head of wealth planning for Asia, said many wealthy Asian families continue to delay succession discussions because of cultural sensitivities and a lack of urgency.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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My own sensitivity to jealousy began early.—
Meehika Barua,
Time,
29 May 2026
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“Vulnerability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vulnerability. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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