delicacy
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Philip is a harvester of periwinkles, but says the sea snails - a delicacy in the Niger Delta - are hard to come by these days in the mangroves and swamps.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
They stalk WhatsApp groups, track flights like anxious parents and leave work meetings to get their fix of the sweet, seasonal delicacy.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
The dish is a Ukrainian delicacy from Sokol’s home country, where she was once a fashion designer and influencer.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
His family has trawled for their livelihoods here since 1918, and Koman's company still keeps live eels for smoking - a traditional Dutch delicacy - and supplying high-end restaurants across the country.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
In her wisdom she seemed to be aware of the delicacy of the situation and she was taking great care not to say anything to embarrass her companion.
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
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