soft spot
noun
1
: a sentimental weakness : a strong liking for someone or something
They both have a soft spot for puppies. [=like puppies very much]
2
: a vulnerable point
a soft spot in the defense system
Examples of soft spot in a Sentence
They found a soft spot in the enemy's defenses.
a huge trade imbalance continued to be the soft spot in the nation's economy
Recent Examples on the Web
The Southern soft spot for peaches may come from bumper crops in South Carolina and Georgia that, for generations, have yielded peach desserts of all kinds.
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Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 18 July 2024
Tips for Choosing a Perfect Watermelon Inspect the Rind: Look for smooth, firm skin without soft spots or cracks.
Check the Weight: A ripe watermelon should feel heavy for its size, indicating a sweeter, juicier fruit.
—Aksha Mittapalli, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2024
And that was one of the contrasts, like someone who kills ruthlessly but has this soft spot for kids and animals.
—Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 July 2024
If your partner has a soft spot for memories, why not showcase your best moments together?
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2024
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Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 18 July 2024
Tips for Choosing a Perfect Watermelon Inspect the Rind: Look for smooth, firm skin without soft spots or cracks.
Check the Weight: A ripe watermelon should feel heavy for its size, indicating a sweeter, juicier fruit.
—Aksha Mittapalli, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2024
And that was one of the contrasts, like someone who kills ruthlessly but has this soft spot for kids and animals.
—Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 July 2024
If your partner has a soft spot for memories, why not showcase your best moments together?
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for soft spot
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“Soft spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soft%20spot. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
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