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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
Water deeply during dry spells, especially for young or vulnerable trees.
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James Campbell, Mercury News, 28 July 2025
Young children, older individuals, people with chronic medical conditions and pregnant women are reportedly among the most vulnerable to the heat.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 28 July 2025
Persistent issues with customer service, especially prolonged call wait times, can directly impact vulnerable populations' ability to access critical support.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
Outside of Scandinavia, there may be less preparedness and an aging population more vulnerable to cold weather snaps on the European continent.
—Cory Franklin, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
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James Campbell, Mercury News, 28 July 2025
Young children, older individuals, people with chronic medical conditions and pregnant women are reportedly among the most vulnerable to the heat.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 28 July 2025
Persistent issues with customer service, especially prolonged call wait times, can directly impact vulnerable populations' ability to access critical support.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
Outside of Scandinavia, there may be less preparedness and an aging population more vulnerable to cold weather snaps on the European continent.
—Cory Franklin, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vulnerable
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People with diabetes have trouble regulating blood sugar and may be more susceptible to orange juice raising blood sugar, which is why they are often counseled to avoid orange juice.11 However, studies on this subject are contradictory.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
22 July 2025
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Microgravity, radiation, confinement and a change in sleep-wake cycles and can exert pressure on cells, driving lower immune systems and making astronauts more susceptible to being sick during or after missions.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
21 July 2025
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Hosts aren’t totally helpless in the face of these wasps.—
Avery Hurt,
Discover Magazine,
14 July 2025
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The governor told the story of a teenage boy from Oxnard whose parents disappeared in a federal raid, despite having no criminal records, leaving their son helpless and alone.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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Businesses cannot process sensitive data without obtaining consumer consent.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The website Health in Her Hue, for example, connects Black women and women of color to culturally sensitive healthcare providers.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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And Easterwood estimates that the majority of paint horses, left unprotected, will eventually develop skin issues.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
21 July 2025
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Surface corrosion on unprotected components will vary with age and exposure.—
John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast,
Hartford Courant,
20 July 2025
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The formal living room sports soaring ceilings lined with exposed beams, while the more casual family room is surrounded by walls of windows and topped with a skylight for even more natural light.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
17 July 2025
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Yet, the bill pares back support for wind and solar projects that typically complement gas plants—potentially leaving the grid more exposed, not less.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.—
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 July 2025
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The discovered manipulation techniques are a reminder of the fact that every system is prone to be gamed; that the very strength of the system – ie.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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“Vulnerable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vulnerable. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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