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Anonymous Posted 14 years ago
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at its weakest

What does the expression "at its weakest mean"?"
  

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In what context have you read this phrase?

  • In what context have you read this phrase?
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In what context have you read this phrase?
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It means that it has changed from being stronger than it is now until it cannot get any weaker. It is different from a plain "weakest" in that it implies a process of change.

The light from the sun is at its weakest around the winter solstice.
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AnonymousWhat does the expression "at its weakest mean"?"
That expression is also found in the expression "at its weakest point," which is perhaps more common, and easier to understand.

enoon's explanation of "at it's weakest" is excellent.

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