have a weakness for
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“I have a weakness for long-form creative projects,” he said, “and Claire just kind of came in with this infectious energy and determination and courage to take it on.”
From New York Times • May 16, 2023
Full disclosure: I have a weakness for any film involving tailoring or dressmaking.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 1, 2022
I have a weakness for cute creatures, and “Hilda” is packed with them.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2021
IS fighters in Syria have a weakness for Red Bull and Pringles.
From BBC • Dec. 5, 2014
“I have a weakness for casaba melons. I’ve always had a weakness for casaba melons.”
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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