vulnerable
adjective
capable of or susceptible to being attacked, damaged, or hurt.
vulnerably
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a word derived from
vulnerable.
Example Sentences
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Saifa reads through his childhood medical records with anger and frustration, but reaches a point of peace with his body to put it vulnerably on display for the movement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2023
“We look forward to creating a safe and secure space for the LGBTQ+ community to be authentically and vulnerably themselves this weekend at the Nashville Pride Parade and Festival,” Ruffin told the newspaper.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 20, 2023
He shattered fundraising records, often spoke vulnerably about his experience as a gay man who came out at age 33 and rose as a star of the Democratic Party.
From Salon ● Nov. 13, 2021
The only two living souls I saw were a couple of vulnerably housed people, using the park benches for quiet kip.
From Slate ● Feb. 21, 2021
Of course, this works beautifully: Romance novel heroes know to listen to their partners, work to perceive and fulfill their needs, and express emotion vulnerably and honestly.
From New York Times ● Jan. 10, 2020
