delicate subject
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Then, of course, you come on to the more delicate subject of his finishing and technical ability and opinion differs about how much he can develop there.
From BBC • Jan. 21, 2024
Indeed, it’s still a delicate subject, and someone has to raise his hand to start the talking.
From Washington Post • Apr. 10, 2020
Q: You’re working with very delicate subject matter.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2018
Analysts may broach that delicate subject with Iger.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2018
She takes a sip of her tea before adding, “And not to bring up a delicate subject, my dear, but I keep him far away from trains.”
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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