vulnerable

Example Sentences

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Young gorillas rely entirely on their mothers for care and transport - and are extremely vulnerable in what can be a dangerous environment where poachers and many armed groups operate.

From BBC

He said that it was a "serious aggravating feature" that Cross did not know any of the recipients and how vulnerable they were.

From BBC

This was in part to accommodate vulnerable students such as foster kids, homeless people and undocumented folks who lacked papers.

From Los Angeles Times

They believe the bill does not protect vulnerable people and needs significant changes before becoming law.

From BBC

These products have higher added value, enjoy stickier consumer demand, and are less vulnerable to the boom-and-bust pricing cycles of conventional commodity eggs.

From Barron's