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delicate

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Definitions

﹒Easily broken, damaged, or destroyed; fragile.

﹒Requiring sensitive or careful handling; tactful.

﹒Finely made or intricate in texture or appearance.

Examples

﹒The antique vase was so delicate that it had to be handled with extreme care.

﹒She has a delicate touch when playing the piano, making the music sound ethereal.

﹒The situation is quite delicate, so we must choose our words very carefully.

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