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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
The country singer brings viewers along on his tour in the new CBS special series The Road, and shared his vulnerable emotions.
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Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 13 Oct. 2025
The researchers, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and GSAFE — the statewide organization advocating for LGBTQ+ students, educators and families — found that transgender students were particularly vulnerable.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Once that threshold is reached, the planet will see more frequent and intense extreme weather and strains on food production and water access—impacts many nations vulnerable to climate change are already seeing.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 12 Oct. 2025
Federal and local authorities rescued more than 30 missing children and uncovered multiple trafficking operations targeting vulnerable youth during a coordinated crackdown across Texas.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
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Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 13 Oct. 2025
The researchers, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and GSAFE — the statewide organization advocating for LGBTQ+ students, educators and families — found that transgender students were particularly vulnerable.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Once that threshold is reached, the planet will see more frequent and intense extreme weather and strains on food production and water access—impacts many nations vulnerable to climate change are already seeing.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 12 Oct. 2025
Federal and local authorities rescued more than 30 missing children and uncovered multiple trafficking operations targeting vulnerable youth during a coordinated crackdown across Texas.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vulnerable
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Avoid using a trimmer or weed whacker close to tree trunks, as these tools may damage bark and leave fruit trees more susceptible to disease.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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In some cases, immunity from prior vaccination may have diminished over time, leaving them more susceptible if vaccine coverage falls and infections spread more widely.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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Cheryl Harris Gates, 43, of Charlotte, is also charged with contaminating food or drink to render one mentally incapacitated or physically helpless; stalking; and damage to property.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Oct. 2025
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All were helpless to slow Carolina’s running game.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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Avoid posting sensitive information like travel plans, birthdays or financial updates on social media.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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The Creature, who remains nameless throughout the novel, develops into a sensitive and inquisitive soul, yet one shunned by the world for his appearance.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
14 Oct. 2025
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In fact, the best piece from those two trades might be a subsequent trade that converted three of the least valuable picks into an unprotected 2031 Phoenix first (more on that in a minute).—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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That delay leaves children unprotected for longer periods of time against highly contagious diseases.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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The eggs are the first fossils to be reliably dated from the Qinglongshan fossil reserve, which includes three sites containing more than 3,000 eggs, the majority of which are semi-exposed and preserved in 3D, with their original shapes largely intact.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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Showcase the Apple iPhone Air’s slim design while protecting it with this bumper that leaves the front and back exposed.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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During periods of intense rainfall, the risk of flooding increases, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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The Mariners are also one of the worst defensive teams in baseball and could be particularly prone to the Jays’ high-contact attack.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Vulnerable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vulnerable. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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