as in weakness
the quality or state of lacking strength of will or character
this is no time for wishy-washiness: our country needs a leader who's not afraid to act decisively
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Noun
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It could be argued that this trio of managers followed each other at United because their strengths answered the previous manager’s weaknesses.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025 -
The weakness was most pronounced on the goods-producing side of the economy.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This gives it flexibility, softness, warmth, and breathability.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
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Rudoy says the pieces are rooted in unparalleled softness and crafted with intention.—
Catherine Salfino,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Wishy-washiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wishy-washiness. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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