sensitive to
Example Sentences
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Her remarks came as consumers remain sensitive to price increases, particularly for things like clothing.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Small-caps are typically more sensitive to interest rates, so the rally in the face of rising expectations of a rate hike could seem a bit out of character.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Medium and heavy commercial vehicles, in particular, are highly sensitive to growth deceleration, the analysts say, noting recent dealer surveys show signs of a slowdown in inquiries.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
"Custard apple is highly sensitive to heat, and even short exposure can reduce its shelf life," he says.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
But the truth is that it isn’t, and the people who run focus groups and opinion polls haven’t always been sensitive to this fact.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
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