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soft spot

noun

  1. a weak or vulnerable position, place, condition, etc.:

    a soft spot in their fortifications; a soft spot in the economy.

  2. emotional susceptibility:

    a soft spot for dogs and babies.



soft spot

noun

  1. a sentimental fondness (esp in the phrase have a soft spot for )
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of soft spot1

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45
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It actually began under Obama’s watch, and normally Trump would love to beat up Obama, but he has recently developed a soft spot for the guy.

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Vilanch still has a soft spot for his late friend, and is currently working on a theater piece about him.

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We managed to get to a few too, and I've got a real soft spot for the Bees even now.

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Dan's prediction: I have a soft spot for Arsenal because my uncle supported them and he passed away.

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The UK, meanwhile, knows Trump has a soft spot for Scotland, where his mother comes from, and for the British Royal Family.

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