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as in susceptible
being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm
I'm vulnerable to sunburn whenever I go out in the sun
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as in helpless
lacking protection from danger or resistance against attack
vulnerable baby chicks
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Recent Examples of vulnerable
Staff used pepper spray to subdue youths who were suicidal, medically vulnerable and as young as 12, the groups said, asking for a federal investigation into the practices.
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Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
However, Jones’ risk-taking ways leave him vulnerable on double moves and other slight-of-hand things offenses do to bait zone cornerbacks such as Jones.
—Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2025
Light: Some investors worry mid-caps are more vulnerable to market volatility.
—Larry Light, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Currently, no laws require AI companies to disclose training data, leaving creators vulnerable to exploitation.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 7 Aug. 2025
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Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
However, Jones’ risk-taking ways leave him vulnerable on double moves and other slight-of-hand things offenses do to bait zone cornerbacks such as Jones.
—Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2025
Light: Some investors worry mid-caps are more vulnerable to market volatility.
—Larry Light, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Currently, no laws require AI companies to disclose training data, leaving creators vulnerable to exploitation.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vulnerable
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However, this preference puts the species at risk for habitat loss as these areas are often susceptible to human disturbances, according to the study.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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Long-term effects of alcohol can also lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease and a weakened immune system that can make individuals susceptible to getting infections.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Not long after, Brady looked helpless on his final snap as a Patriot, standing at the 1-yard line with nine seconds left because of that maneuver, which Stretch stole from Brady’s head coach and turned against them both.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
7 Aug. 2025
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As for the Aces, Vegas has lost two in a row and looked helpless last time out, losing 109-78 to the Minnesota Lynx.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 July 2025
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Short-term health risks, especially for sensitive populations, can include eyes, throat and nose irritation, asthma attacks, coughing and shortness of breath.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
22 Aug. 2025
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There’s another potential dynamic at play, too: Will humans be more willing to divulge more sensitive details to a machine than another human?—
Gina Chua,
semafor.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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In addition to absorbing Highsmith’s $5.6 million expiring contract, the Nets acquired an unprotected 2032 second-round pick from Miami while sending a 2026 second-round pick, protected from No. 31 to No. 55, to the Heat, per the team.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Nuggets sent Porter to the Brooklyn Nets, along with an unprotected 2032 first-round draft pick, for Cam Johnson.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
14 Aug. 2025
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There’s a good amount of pedaling and a few exposed, high-stakes areas.—
Shauna Farnell,
Denver Post,
15 Aug. 2025
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Senior roles such as team leaders and lead engineers, requiring a broader skillset and the ability to deal with strategic challenges, may be less exposed.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Dog owners are less prone to loneliness, anxiety and depression, and also have lower blood pressure, healthier cholesterol levels and a lower risk of heart disease, ongoing research suggests.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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As Jacob points out, those who do speak out are prone to allegations of bias towards either Israel or the Palestinian cause.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Vulnerable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vulnerable. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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