be prone

Frequency: 9.0150.5 per million words

to have a natural tendency to be affected by something, especially something bad

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  • The road is notoriously prone to fog.
  • Some people are genetically prone to putting on weight.
  • He is prone to making careless mistakes when he's tired.
  • Children are often prone to catching colds during winter.
  • This region is prone to earthquakes due to its geological location.
  • My old laptop was always prone to overheating.
  • She is prone to allergies, especially in spring.
  • These delicate flowers are prone to damage from strong winds.
  • Businesses that don't innovate are prone to failure in a competitive market.
  • I tend to be more prone to procrastination when working from home.