delicate subject
Example Sentences
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Security is a delicate subject for Prince Harry – who is fifth in line to the British throne – after he lost a court appeal against the downgrading of his protection while in the UK.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Some theatergoers no doubt will resent that Norris chose to illuminate this delicate subject in a nuanced way that doesn’t jibe with their own undiluted revulsion.
From Washington Post • Nov. 23, 2022
Shoddy building standards may have contributed to the toll, making it a delicate subject for China.
From New York Times • May 16, 2018
Q: You’re working with very delicate subject matter.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2018
They talked about comfortable topics— school, sports, sports in school—until Roy nudged the conversation back toward the delicate subject of Mullet Fingers.
From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen
