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fragile

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


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Her heart was fragile, and they feared the shock might kill her too.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The U.S. economy may be more fragile than a raging bull market suggests.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Most require temperatures near absolute zero, about -459 degrees Fahrenheit, to maintain the fragile quantum states needed for computation and communication.

From Science Daily • May 30, 2026

“When retirement comes early, it can quickly turn a solid plan into a fragile one,” LaVigne said.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

I was awarded tweezers and a small boost to my fragile self-esteem.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi




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