Vulnerable

Able to be easily hurt or affected, either physically or emotionally, like when someone feels sad or afraid because they are in a tough situation.

Examples

• In science class, we learned that baby animals are often vulnerable to predators, which is why they stay close to their parents for protection when exploring their surroundings.
• When a team loses a game, the players can feel vulnerable, but it’s important for them to support each other and learn from their mistakes to improve next time.
• In the story we read, the hero felt vulnerable when facing the dragon alone, but he discovered that courage comes from believing in oneself and having friends by your side.

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