1
as in susceptibility
the quality or state of having little resistance to some outside agent
vulnerability to infection
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2
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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Noun
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The Guadalupe River is bedded with limestone rather than mud, which contributes to its susceptibility to flooding and the fast flow of floodwaters.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025 -
For instance, underlying health conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes or respiratory illness are linked to higher susceptibility to hotter weather.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
6 July 2025
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Residents are advised to take precautions to avoid exposure to the plague, including using flea treatment on pets and avoiding contact with wild animals.—
Catherine Reagor,
AZCentral.com,
9 July 2025
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Give yourself salon-quality blowouts at home with the help of the coveted Dyson Airwrap, a clever gadget that can dry and style your hair in one speedy session with minimal heat exposure.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
9 July 2025
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Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses in my responses and give me tips for responding with a problem-solving, curious mindset next time.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The currency pair is expected to swing both ways as the Taiwan dollar gets caught between speculation of central bank intervention and weakness in the greenback, Lim added.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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While investors should remain aware of the substantial debt and historical sensitivity to market downturns, the long-term prospects for Jazz Pharmaceuticals seem positive for those with a 3-5 year investment horizon.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The recent Spanish fraud scheme is currently under investigation by Spain’s National Court continues, underscoring persistent challenges and sensitivities surrounding Sephardic citizenship laws across Iberia.—
Orge Castellano,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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“Vulnerability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vulnerability. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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