delicate
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But as he turns to the story of his father’s past, Mr. Murakami’s distant, delicate perspective begins to feel less like a literary device and more like emotional reticence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026
He has also promised to invest at least $30 billion a year in film, TV and game content, setting up a delicate balance between the cost cuts and new cash infusions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2026
"If he can deal with the delicate nature of this trip for him personally, for the British monarchy, and the future of the Commonwealth, it could be an enormous success."
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
If the paper tears, he has to discard the lot, which is why you have to "be very delicate," the 34-year-old artisan explained.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
“Ah. Well then, fear not, Twitch. I shall free you at once. It is a delicate operation. Try to stay calm and still and, well . . . less twitchy.”
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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