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vulnerable

[vuhl-ner-uh-buhl] / ˈvʌl nər ə bəl /


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Those new homeowners are vulnerable to falling behind on payments if their incomes drop or they face unexpected jumps in homeownership costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

Cobalt is a critical ingredient in lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles and energy storage systems, but new research suggests the global cobalt supply chain may be far more vulnerable than previously recognized.

From Science Daily • Jun. 20, 2026

Watching Graham break into tears and whisper, “You really scared me,” is one of the most vulnerable moments I’ve witnessed in the last six months.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

Tuchel's side looked vulnerable in defence after he selected Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa ahead of Manchester City's Marc Guehi to partner John Stones.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

Her voice sounded like a kitten’s, so tender and vulnerable.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman




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