delicate

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Ms. Muldrow’s voice rises from a spacious mix to guide the delicate phrasing of “Is No Match for You.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

“Layoffs remain quite low, keeping the labor market in a delicate balance.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Fed chair Jerome Powell has described the economy as being in a delicate balance, with muted job creation but also relatively limited job cuts.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Reliably pulling off this high-energy yet delicate dance isn’t easy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Tiny dents in the silver created intricate and delicate patterns where turquoise and red coral were imbedded.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young