vulnerable
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The authors of Wednesday's report point out that the devastation inflicted by Cyclone Senyar proves how vulnerable the species is.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
She’s aware she’s being betrayed by the bad faith of her family; she’s cognizant of being vulnerable to an inappropriate affection for the one person who trusts her.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
“With work requirements, it’s all the more important that vulnerable older adults be supported with training,” Porcelli said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
They were two of the smallest companies by market capitalization, thus making them vulnerable to deletion.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
“Then we’re still vulnerable, even now. We’ve gotta get you kids home and away from danger.”
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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