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sensitive

[sen-si-tiv] / ˈsɛn sɪ tɪv /




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The latter is not sensitive to housing support.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

It is the most intrusive process employed by the government for those required to access sensitive material and be granted the highest level of security clearance.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

These atoms are extremely sensitive to electric fields because of their large electric dipole moments, and their behavior can be tied to well-known atomic properties.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

The investigation is the latest case of antitrust enforcers targeting competitors for sharing sensitive information through middlemen who recommend or help set prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

And I didn’t know it was possible for the tips of your teeth to feel sensitive, tender to the touch.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day




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