delicate
Example Sentences
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The situation in the Middle East remains delicate.
From MarketWatch
The announcement late Monday comes at a delicate time.
From Barron's
“These have been selling very well,” the clerk enthuses, taking a delicate, ribboned silk blouse out of the tray in front of her.
From Literature
This approach differs from traditional techniques, which often require dissolving samples in solvents and can damage delicate artifacts.
From Science Daily
“We are in such a delicate situation — with people going hungry, so many shortages — that whatever news of a change gives us hope,” Díaz said following news of the U.S.-Cuban talks.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
