subject (to)

adjective

Definition of subject (to)next
1
as in dependent
determined by something else your extra piano lesson on Tuesdays is subject to the availability of the music room

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2
as in vulnerable
being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm this type of wound is highly subject to infection

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subject (to)
  1. dependent
  2. vulnerable
  3. conditional
  4. susceptible
  5. sensitive
  6. exposed
  7. prone
Adjective
  • The smoothness of that process is, naturally, somewhat dependent on the quality of video, which can vary by arena and league.
    — Max Bultman, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
  • New trade relationships that are less dependent on the U.S. market may emerge, too.
    — Mariana Mazzucato, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Definition of dependent
Adjective
  • Zelensky has expressed fear that Trump pushing a quick resolution would result in Ukraine losing territory and being left vulnerable to future Russian aggression.
    — Justin Spike and Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2025
  • By focusing more on consolidating his own power rather than defending the empire, Sidao effectively left the Southern Song vulnerable to external threats, especially from the Mongols, who were expanding rapidly under Kublai Khan.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
Definition of vulnerable
Adjective
  • The project proposed by M/I Homes of Chicago requires rezoning, a conditional use permit and preliminary plat approval from the city before the 12-acre site at 1151 E. Warrenville Road can be transformed into into the new Northwoods residential community targeted at professionals and empty-nesters.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
  • Zoetis noted that conditional approvals are usually granted in emergencies or special circumstances.
    — Bruce Gil, Quartz, 18 Feb. 2025
Definition of conditional
Adjective
  • Pros: Flower buds are not susceptible to winter damage.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2025
  • That killed even more prairie dogs and ferrets, both of which are highly susceptible to the disease.
    — Benji Jones, Vox, 26 Feb. 2025
Definition of susceptible
Adjective
  • This question asks for personal sensitive information that is protected by privacy laws.
    — Terry Parris Jr., New York Times, 23 Feb. 2025
  • Many fractional leaders work across industries or sign non-compete agreements to avoid working with direct competitors, but companies must establish clear expectations to protect sensitive information.
    — Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
Definition of sensitive
Adjective
  • Our cities now sit exposed, taking direct hits from stronger hurricanes with increasing frequency.
    — Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Researchers believe the exposed bucket contained sensitive information about buyers, including their full names, home addresses, phone numbers and order details such as mailing dates and parcel information.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 20 Feb. 2025
Definition of exposed
Adjective
  • Francis had an acute case of pneumonia in 2023 and is prone to respiratory infections in winter.
    — Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2025
  • Francis previously suffered an acute case of pneumonia in 2023 and remains prone to respiratory infections during the winter months.
    — Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of prone
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