persnickety

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Their book lays out the duo’s signature “values-based spending” approach, which eschews persnickety budgeting and helps you choose what to buy based on what you value most.

From Salon

“Don’t go writing that she’s persnickety about her water,” Underwood joked.

From Los Angeles Times

This pie will impress even your persnickety aunt.

From Salon

Who cares if your persnickety aunt or controlling cousin surveys the updated holiday table with a huff?

From Salon

Howard is persnickety but forbearing and appreciates quirks.

From Salon