tragic flaw
Example Sentences
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But Mungo loves Mo-Maw unconditionally; it’s his nature, his tragic flaw.
From Washington Post • Apr. 5, 2022
Beany struggles with a tragic flaw, a quick temper and a terrible pride, which makes it difficult for her to apologize for the things she does when angry.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2020
In this telling, Coriolanus’ overestimation of her own savvy is a tragic flaw.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 24, 2017
It might have been Tressel’s tragic flaw to love not wisely but too well, seeing his players as his children and himself as the person best positioned to discipline them.
From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2016
The Duchess set about studying Annette and shortly found her adversary’s tragic flaw.
From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman
