delicacy

Example Sentences

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Yes, if U.S. goals were limited, a certain delicacy here was appropriate.

From The Wall Street Journal

Whatever its origins, the candy has endured — a beloved, if hyper-regional, delicacy.

From Salon

She retains the delicacy of the instrumentation, but introduces a gorgeous complexity that, in someone else’s hands, would be too much, but here, simply enhances the vocal delivery.

From Salon

Stuffed cabbages, for example, are a hearty delicacy that transcends geographical borders.

From Salon

Characters state the obvious and the dialogue has the delicacy of a sledgehammer.

From Los Angeles Times