SUSCEPTIVENESS Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

susceptiveness

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Data collection to refine the technology Large car carriers present specific aerodynamic challenges due to their tall, flat side profiles and susceptibility to lateral winds.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
Overwatering, especially in poor-draining soils, can lead to root rot, fungal infections, and increased susceptibility to pests.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 20 June 2026

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And in industries where timing and responsiveness directly influence revenue, getting the implementation right may become one of the most important decisions a mortgage organization makes in the next decade.

— Chao-Ping Wu, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Employees may appreciate the flexibility, but if customers experience slower service, inconsistent support, or reduced responsiveness, the model becomes difficult to sustain.

— Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 30 June 2026

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The researchers found that those who passed the exam had an increase in gray matter and enhanced memory.

— Amanda Gardner, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026
And other researchers have observed temporary reductions in gray matter volume and shifts in neural connectivity during the menopause transition — followed in many cases by stabilization afterward.

— Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 June 2026

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