make sb/sth prone

Frequency: 5.518.2 per million words

to cause someone or something to become susceptible

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Examples (10)

  • Lack of sleep can make you prone to illness.
  • Poor diet could make children prone to dental problems.
  • The outdated software made the system prone to cyberattacks.
  • His impulsive nature often makes him prone to making hasty decisions.
  • Over-watering will make your plants prone to root rot.
  • Stress can make individuals prone to anxiety and depression.
  • The slippery surface made the car prone to skidding.
  • Regular exposure to loud noises can make your ears prone to damage.
  • A weak immune system makes one prone to catching colds easily.
  • The company's rigid policies make employees prone to dissatisfaction.