fragile
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Tehran deemed it an "act of piracy" and a violation of the fragile ceasefire between the two countries.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
The temporary truce between the U.S. and Iran has again proven to be fragile, with added uncertainty over whether a longer-term peace agreement may be possible anytime soon.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
Risk sentiment remains fragile, NAB’s Skye Masters says in commentary.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Although the temporary peace is fragile and there is still minimal oil traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz, traders have taken negotiations as a signal it’s safe to pile into equities.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
As we started through it with our fragile burden, she stepped in front of us.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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