feeble

Example Sentences

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The old revolutionary story has grown brittle, feeble.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The Indian weather department has labelled the westerly disturbance north India has experienced so far this winter as "feeble" because it could generate very nominal rainfall and snowfall.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

However, experts said that even a partial blockade will be a major hit for Venezuela’s feeble economy, already reeling under more than a decade of U.S. penalties.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

“Available data sources suggest employers shed jobs in the fourth quarter amid federal layoffs and feeble private hiring,” said Bill Adams, chief economist of Comerica Bank.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 4, 2025

Presently, under her gentle stroking, she felt a throaty vibration, then heard a rusty, feeble purring.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford