weak kneed
/ˈwikˌnid/
adjective
- Lacking courage, determination, or strength of character; easily intimidated or persuaded.
- She called her opponent weak-kneed for backing down from the debate.
- The manager was too weak-kneed to stand up to the board's unfair demands.
- A weak-kneed leader cannot inspire confidence in a crisis.
- Physically weak in the knees; feeling unable to stand or walk steadily, often from fear, illness, or exhaustion.
- The sight of the enormous wave made her weak-kneed with fear.
- After the long hike, he felt weak-kneed and had to sit down.
- He was weak-kneed from the flu and could barely make it to the bathroom.
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