dainty
Example Sentences
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It’s possible the blaze incinerated the dainty purple-and-white flowers before they could drop seeds this year.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
This statue yassifies Trump, sucking out his buccal fat, virilizing his features, carefully excising all of the dainty feyness that, whether he likes it or not, is crucial to capturing the unique Trump disposition.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
"It's crazy as our websites are completely different. I sell sterling silver, dainty pieces and engagement jewellery," she said.
From BBC • Oct. 10, 2025
Masks must be worn—not Covid-era mouth and nose coverings but more elaborate versions; if you don’t bring your own you will be provided with a dainty lace eye mask.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025
Yitzchak’s massive hands made surprisingly dainty circles in the air.
From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen
Vocabulary lists containing dainty
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"The Landlady" by Roald Dahl
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"The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson
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