delicacy
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But when Kore-eda’s execution isn’t as assured, as is the case with his latest, all that delicacy simply floats off into the ether, rarely amounting to much more than a halfhearted shrug.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
Their meat is a delicacy widely eaten locally, while their fins command high prices in international markets.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
Ants are eaten, sometimes even valued as a delicacy, in several Asian, African and Latin American cultures.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 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
It seems impossible to imagine that there was a time when I looked upon a live sea turtle as a ten-course meal of great delicacy, a blessed respite from fish.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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And American working-class staple Waffle House is becoming a fast favorite for visitors to discover American delicacies like “biscuits and gravy” — a far cry from “biscuits” and “gravy” elsewhere.
From Salon ● Jun. 28, 2026
It features plenty of glistening seafood, market produce and local delicacies, alongside Tucci telling the story of a people for whom family and rituals hold communities together.
From BBC ● May 9, 2026
In our first years of marriage, in Indiana, Steve was still in college and we couldn’t afford most delicacies, so I drew on my DIY urges.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 2, 2026
The insects are considered aphrodisiacs, delicacies and pets, said defence lawyer David Lusweti Namai.
From Barron's ● Mar. 17, 2026
Warrant Officer Swart baked bread, made home-brewed ginger beer and assorted other delicacies.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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