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hypersensitive

[hahy-per-sen-si-tiv] / ˌhaɪ pərˈsɛn sɪ tɪv /








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“You have this incredible, hypersensitive performance by Pedro, coupled with a timeless arrangement which was definitely ahead of its time,” he explained.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 25, 2026

Given their importance to overall consumption, investors have become hypersensitive to signs of caution.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 28, 2026

"The Gardener’s Cat" features Louis, a hypersensitive gardener devastated by the impending loss of his kitten, which has a tumour.

From Barron's Feb. 6, 2026

A post-mortem examination found Hannah died after suffering from a hypersensitive anaphylactic reaction triggered by an ingredient in her hot chocolate that caused an allergic response.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2024

I keep trying to convince myself I’m being hypersensitive, that I’m imagining all this because I think they’re going to hate me.

From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy




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