ticklish
Example Sentences
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It was simple if ticklish work, and Penelope mastered it quickly.
From Literature
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The dignity of Beowulf’s bow was marred by the appearance of Shantaloo, who had emerged from the shadows and now rubbed against his leg in a ticklish fashion.
From Literature
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How England get him to that point is ticklish.
From BBC
If he can’t bowl at all, then England have the ticklish decision of whether to drop a batter or bowler.
From BBC
The decision on how to handle Anderson is ticklish for England.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.