delicate subject
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Security is a delicate subject for Prince Harry – who is fifth in line to the British throne – after he lost a court appeal against the downgrading of his protection while in the UK.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
The delicate subject matter made it even more essential to find the right actress to play Diana.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2020
Indeed, it’s still a delicate subject, and someone has to raise his hand to start the talking.
From Washington Post • Apr. 10, 2020
Q: You’re working with very delicate subject matter.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2018
They talked about comfortable topics— school, sports, sports in school—until Roy nudged the conversation back toward the delicate subject of Mullet Fingers.
From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen
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