weak-minded

Example Sentences

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Weak-minded though it was, Professor Valeyon loved to listen to it.

From Bressant by Hawthorne, Julian

Weak-minded as they were, they could not be trusted, nor could Lucifer win them over.

From Added Upon A Story by Anderson, Nephi

Weak-minded and idiotic children may frequently ascribe their infirmity to the same cause.

From Woman under socialism by De Leon, Daniel

But the most illuminating report comes from the medical officer at Parkhurst Convict Prison; these are his words— Weak-minded convicts and others whose mental state is doubtful continue to be collected here.

From London's Underworld by Holmes, Thomas

Weak-minded, jealous, contentious-with all the attendants natural to one who leads an unsettled life, sits George Mullholland, his elbow resting on the table, and his head poised thoughtfully in his hand.

From Justice in the By-Ways, a Tale of Life by Adams, F. Colburn (Francis Colburn)