Feeble, as an excuse Crossword Clue

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Feeble, as an excuse Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc
2. (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FEEBLE (adjective)
1. lacking strength or vigor
2. pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness
EXCUSE (noun)
1. a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc.
2. a poor example
EXCUSE (verb)
1. excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with
2. ask for permission to be released from an engagement

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