as in weakens
to diminish the physical strength of
long periods of being confined to a hospital bed will enfeeble anyone
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An overreliance on tools weakens our civilization (and saps the film’s dramatic thrills).—
Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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Ignoring this reality weakens any serious climate plan.—
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January softens your heart while asking you to get honest about your emotional foundations.—
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According to Day, Linen has a quiet quality which instantly warms and softens a space while creating a sense of ease and can make a room feel lived in and relaxed while still giving it a polished look.—
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“Enfeebles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enfeebles. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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