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The phrase "are especially weak" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is notably lacking in strength or effectiveness, often in a comparative context.
Example: "The arguments presented in the debate are especially weak, lacking sufficient evidence to support their claims."
Alternatives: "are particularly feeble" or "are notably fragile."
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It is the export orders that are especially weak now, particularly for shipments to other countries that use the euro, as weakness in those countries spreads to Germany.
Second homes and high-end housing are especially weak on these scores.
College-level studies are especially weak, though the sector is booming.
Masonry lintels, depending on the cohesiveness of mortar, are especially weak; therefore, in masonry construction, lintels of monolithic (single slab) stone, wood, and stronger materials are used.
A comparison of campaign costs with the costs and projected benefits (from improved coverage) of expanding routine child health services in areas where they are especially weak should also be made.
Green beans are especially attractive to aphids, mites, cutworms, Mexican bean beetles, and Japanese beetles, and are especially weak against white mold and mosaic viruses.
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Investment was especially weak.
"Its due process analysis is especially weak".
Melee combat is especially weak.
The policy argument for these sweeteners is especially weak.
Within the capital markets businesses, bond trading was especially weak.
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