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[sen-si-tiv] / ˈsɛn sɪ tɪv /




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Since central banks tend to be less sensitive to price swings than institutions or individual investors, steady hands in the market can increase an asset’s appeal.

From MarketWatch Sep. 6, 2026

Frozen and refrigerated goods, such as fresh produce, are most sensitive to price increases because diesel is typically used to power both cold storage and transportation.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

Enterprises are increasingly turning to on-premise solutions for complex or sensitive AI workloads, especially in regulated industries, he noted.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

AI infrastructure may be particularly sensitive because it relies on high-volume, high-speed data transfers.

From BBC Sep. 3, 2026

Here was someone she might be able to have fun with, but Ophelia also saw a sensitive, guarded side to Farmer.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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