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as in fatigue
the quality or state of lacking physical strength or vigor
the flu left me with such overwhelming weakness that I could hardly stand
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as in softness
the quality or state of lacking strength of will or character
in a moment of weakness he said yes to his daughter's request for a new toy
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as in fault
a defect in character
his one weakness is his cockeyed optimism about everything
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as in vulnerability
the quality or state of having little resistance to some outside agent
the devastating weakness of the immune system that is experienced by people with certain chronic conditions
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Recent Examples of weakness
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a video address released Sunday that Canada’s strong economic ties to the United States were once a strength but are now a weakness that must be corrected.
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Jim Morris, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
That weakness centers on knowingly enabling paralysis.
—Dan Romito, The Washington Examiner, 19 Apr. 2026
At this point, being smaller than everyone for so long has forced him to understand the intricacies of the game and how to use his size as an advantage rather than a weakness.
—Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
—Helen Dennis, Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
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Jim Morris, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
That weakness centers on knowingly enabling paralysis.
—Dan Romito, The Washington Examiner, 19 Apr. 2026
At this point, being smaller than everyone for so long has forced him to understand the intricacies of the game and how to use his size as an advantage rather than a weakness.
—Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
—Helen Dennis, Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weakness
Noun
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Symptoms include fatigue, sensitivity to cold, and muscle stiffness.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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For example, fatigue is reported in some GLP-1 trials.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Across the interiors, a local paper artist has fashioned traditional Kurotani Japanese paper into fixtures like the sliding doors and other furnishings to bring a softness to the home’s design.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
23 Apr. 2026
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Plush featured soft fabrics made with chenille, velour and corduroy to mimic the warmth and softness of cashmere.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
22 Apr. 2026
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If your diet is light on fiber and heavy on protein—standard for Americans and absolutely not your fault—your digestion can, well, slow down.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Apr. 2026
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The San Andreas earthquake fault lies just a few miles away.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
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As Michael, Jaafar Jackson’s speaking voice is expressive, and his presence blends strength and fragility, power and vulnerability, even if, in dramatic scenes, the character is granted too little substance for there to be a self to express.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2026
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Through candid moments of vulnerability and emotional truths, the film offers a heartfelt exploration of love and artistry that resonates deeply, delivering an uplifting portrayal of resilience in the face of hardship.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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When John begins spitting out his food, his mother, Heather (Shirley Henderson), worn down by exhaustion and anger, banishes him from the dinner table—the first in an unceasing series of maternal rejections.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Sepideh Moafi is incredible in this scene, perfectly hitting every note of the anger, fear, and exhaustion Al-Hashimi is feeling.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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Manually selecting photos with the plus button in Gemini can help address these shortcomings.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
16 Apr. 2026
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At the time of the inspection in March 2024 the financial regulator found weaknesses in risk assessments, routines and customer due diligence, as well as shortcomings in ongoing follow-up of customer relationships and outsourcing, according to a statement on Thursday.—
Evelina Youcefi,
Bloomberg,
16 Apr. 2026
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Investigators also found that the bridge's susceptibility to collapse if it was hit was well above federal thresholds.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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Trump opposes the use of universal mail-in balloting because of its susceptibility to fraud, including ballot harvesting and non-citizens voting.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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Signs of disease include warts on legs, crusty or swollen eyes, feebleness, a ruffled appearance, difficulty breathing, nasal discharge, and diarrhea.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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When hair endures damage from styling treatments, color, or heat, the hair’s keratin composition can be compromised, leading to feebleness and a greater risk of breakage.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Weakness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weakness. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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