Achilles heel

Example Sentences

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Even China’s imports of crude, previously an Achilles heel given its heavy dependence on energy to fuel its economy, dropped 8.8% as electric vehicles continue to dominate the market for autos domestically.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

“This exposes an Achilles heel to the Burn, and other people potentially trying to get away with something this awful.”

From Salon • Oct. 27, 2025

"We discovered an Achilles heel of antibiotic resistant bacteria," said Süel, a member of the Department of Molecular Biology at UC San Diego.

From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2024

England's defence, especially in the centre, has long been an Achilles heel against opposition of the highest class and it was exposed once more here by the pace and skill of Brazil.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2024

“An Achilles heel is a weakness, and you’ve got one.”

From "The Million Dollar Shot" by Dan Gutman