Having a soft spot for someone means having special affection, fondness, liking, or emotional vulnerability for that person that makes you treat them more kindly, generously, patiently, and forgivingly than you treat others. It means that person holds a special place in your heart, you care about their wellbeing, find it hard to say no to them, and are more easily moved by them. For example, a father having a soft spot for his daughter means he adores her and spoils her, a teacher having a soft spot for a struggling student means she gives extra help, a man having a soft spot for a woman means he is especially fond of her and goes out of his way. The phrase comes from literal soft spot meaning tender area that is sensitive, and figuratively means emotionally tender. Having a soft spot suggests warmth, compassion, nostalgia, or love, and implies you are vulnerable to their influence. It can be romantic, platonic, or familial, and is generally positive, showing you care deeply. For instance, I have a soft spot for my little brother means I love him dearly and protect him despite flaws. It means you are biased in a loving way.
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