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character flaw

NOUN
feet of clay
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In most cases, the indomitable system exploits a major character flaw: The ghosts don’t really do anything for Jack Torrance in “The Shining” except unlock a cabinet for him.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026

It means you are a capitalist wallflower, a laggard with a serious character flaw.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 8, 2026

This is not a minor character flaw or a bad habit that only emerges once or twice in his life.

From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2024

The smallest character flaw will balloon into grounds for a divorce.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 19, 2024

Daniel’s primary character flaw is that he’s gullible.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen


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