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fragile

[fraj-uhl, fraj-ahyl] / ˈfrædʒ əl, ˈfrædʒ aɪl /


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If managing a fragile ceasefire counts as a win, he was successful.

From Salon Aug. 20, 2026

“Rafa” also reveals the fragile inner workings behind Nadal’s legendary resilience.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 18, 2026

Because those hard structures had not evolved, paleontologists must rely on rare environments capable of preserving fragile cells and soft tissues.

From Science Daily Aug. 17, 2026

Even if he is truly committed to restoring Syria and stabilizing relations with Israel, the country will remain fragile.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

And though there are a great many fragile objects contained within it, nothing breaks.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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