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Tenuous

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Definition very weak or slight

Translations

Read the translations of the word "tenuous" in different languages. Find your native language here.
cn
脆弱的
en
tenuous
es
tenue
fr
ténu
de
dürftig
ar
ضعيف
hi
तुच्छ
pl
cieniutki
ru
тонкий
ja
希薄な

Examples

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The tenuous thread held the fragile beads together.
His argument was based on a tenuous assumption.
The tenuous connection between the two events was difficult to explain.

Story

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Once upon a time, in a quaint little village, there lived a peculiar cat named Bernie. Bernie was not your ordinary feline; he had a tenuous connection with the world around him. You see, Bernie had the unique ability to blend seamlessly into his surroundings, making him nearly invisible to the naked eye. One sunny afternoon, Bernie decided to put his extraordinary talent to good use. He strolled through the bustling marketplace, his tenuous presence going unnoticed by the townsfolk. As he weaved through the crowd, Bernie couldn't help but notice a group of mischievous mice scurrying about, causing chaos wherever they went. With a mischievous glint in his eyes, Bernie devised a plan to teach these mice a lesson they would never forget. He stealthily followed them, his tenuous paws barely making a sound on the cobblestone streets. Bernie knew that he had to be patient and wait for the perfect moment to strike. As the sun began to set, casting a warm glow over the village, Bernie pounced into action. With his tenuous movements, he swiftly cornered the mice, surprising them with his sudden appearance. The mice squeaked in terror as Bernie showed them who was boss. From that day forward, the mischievous mice never dared to cause trouble in the village again. Bernie became a legend, his tenuous presence a constant reminder to the mice and the villagers that even the smallest of creatures can make a big impact. And so, Bernie continued to live his extraordinary life, using his tenuous abilities to protect the village and bring joy to all who crossed his path. His legacy as the invisible hero of the village would forever be remembered, thanks to his unique and tenuous gift.