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vulnerable

[vuhl-ner-uh-buhl] / ˈvʌl nər ə bəl /


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It made Earth look vulnerable, and at a time of global division and tension during the Cold War, it reminded many viewers that we share this one planet.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

In testing, the artificial saliva spray reduced bacterial activity and slowed tooth demineralization -- the process by which teeth lose calcium and phosphate, making them more vulnerable to cavities.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Even cargo vessels under naval protection can be vulnerable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

London looks vulnerable, with its City airport already reducing flights.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

They believed that Haupt's extreme interest in money made him vulnerable to bribes.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple