delicacy

Example Sentences

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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 • Feb. 24, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

And the creator of the video is not known for his delicacy or tact.

From Slate • Feb. 6, 2026

Keys had previously insisted she would refuse to eat the delicacy, but she admitted defeat and said she would accept the terms of the wager.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

I enjoy the coolness of things, the flat ginger ale I’m given to drink, the delicacy of taste, afterward.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood