delicate subject
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It’s a delicate subject, but Mr. Trump can learn from his predecessors in Iraq and Afghanistan.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
The Welsh Conservatives said it was a "delicate subject" and "vital" to get right.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2023
Indeed, it’s still a delicate subject, and someone has to raise his hand to start the talking.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 10, 2020
Ingram was asked how much he and the Chargers want Gordon in camp, a delicate subject for players who have to balance what’s best for the team with what’s best for one of their teammates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2019
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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