frail

Example Sentences

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His father and uncles were in the cattle business, but it was soon apparent that young Larry, who was slight and frail, had no future in ranching.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

In the interview, Guthrie said her family assumed her mother may have experienced a medical emergency because she was frail.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

A major factor is the crisis in social care provision, which sees older, more frail patients trapped in hospital beds for days or even weeks because a suitable care package cannot be found.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Most evidence for the health benefits of diets that exclude meat comes from studies of younger adults rather than frail older populations.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

Bravely he held up a frail paw at the oncoming fox.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques