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be prone to something

/bi proʊn tə ˈsʌmθɪŋ/ /biː prəʊn tə ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
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Definition (English)

To be likely to suffer from something bad, such as a natural disaster, illness or problem.

Example Sentences

  1. Coastal cities that are prone to flooding will need to invest heavily in sea defences.
    Sel baskınlarına yatkın kıyı şehirlerinin deniz setlerine büyük yatırımlar yapması gerekecek.
  2. Young children are prone to ear infections, especially during the winter months.
    Küçük çocuklar, özellikle kış aylarında kulak enfeksiyonlarına yatkındır.

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