prove vulnerable

Frequency: 6.58.2 per million words

To be shown to be susceptible to harm after being tested or challenged.

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Examples (10)

  • The new security system seemed robust but proved vulnerable to sophisticated attacks.
  • After the economic downturn, many small businesses proved vulnerable to bankruptcy.
  • Despite his tough exterior, he proved emotionally vulnerable when faced with personal loss.
  • The ancient fortress, once thought impregnable, proved vulnerable to modern artillery.
  • Studies showed that the species proved highly vulnerable to climate change.
  • The company's reliance on a single supplier proved it vulnerable to supply chain disruptions.
  • During the debate, her argument proved vulnerable to logical fallacies.
  • The political candidate proved vulnerable to criticism regarding his past decisions.
  • The team's defense proved vulnerable under constant pressure in the second half.
  • His initial confidence proved surprisingly vulnerable when he had to speak in public.