Frail

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Physical WeaknessPlay
Refers to someone's physical strength being low, often due to age or sickness. SlideAfter her surgery, she was too frail to even lift a book.
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Easily BrokenPlay
Used for objects that can be easily damaged, highlighting their vulnerability. SlideThe frail branches snapped under the weight of the snow.
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Not for Physical ObjectsPlay
Usually not used to describe everyday solid items like phones or furniture which are not weak by nature. SlideYou wouldn't usually describe a smartphone as frail unless highlighting its vulnerability.