dainty

Example Sentences

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This “Hamlet” isn’t a dainty affair but a colorful attack meant to reanimate a cracking good tale.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026

Masks must be worn—not Covid-era mouth and nose coverings but more elaborate versions; if you don’t bring your own you will be provided with a dainty lace eye mask.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

Tofu has some real bulk, too — it's not a flimsy, dainty thing.

From Salon • May 21, 2025

"There's nothing wrong with playing feminine and dainty roles if they're written very well. I think the first question is always if the writing is good, and if there's more than one dimension to them."

From BBC • May 29, 2024

I was a dainty ballerina girl standing by the curtains, waiting to hear the right music that would send me floating on my tiptoes.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan