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vulnerable

[vuhl-ner-uh-buhl] / ˈvʌl nər ə bəl /


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For now, the law sits in the middle of a delicate balance, between protecting vulnerable parents and preserving a child's relationship with both.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

But once harvested, mangoes continue to ripen quickly, making them highly vulnerable to softening, moisture loss, and spoilage during storage and transport.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Looking back, Alary believes he was vulnerable to ChatGPT’s adulation because of the persona he had created.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Moody’s highlighted JPMorgan’s efforts to test post-quantum cryptography alongside its existing infrastructure and build “crypto-agile” systems designed to rapidly replace vulnerable encryption.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

For a second, I see something sad and vulnerable in his eyes, and my heart opens.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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