sensibility
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For readers in sync with Transit’s sensibility — literary, bold and with an edge that feels fresh — they offer subscriptions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
But it would be unfair: Why adapt a work without making it different, accessible to a modern sensibility and populated with the real world?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
His comedic sensibility explores cruelty, shock, transgressions and antiheroes — and it’s also what continues to draw him to literature.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
"We look to expand our market, targeting new consumers that have more sensibility to price and maybe are younger and more interested in having something technology" integrated, said Milleri during a conference call.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
“I do pity you. And the more sensibility you betray of their just horrors, the more I shall like you.”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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It characterized the injury as one arising from “offense, disagreement, or distaste” and reasoned that allowing such an interest to establish standing could permit citizens to challenge virtually any government project that offends their sensibilities.
From Slate ● Sep. 1, 2026
The American-born artist’s expansive and diverse career is celebrated in a survey that highlights his innovative combination of sensibilities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
Swift built her reputation as an ultra-relatable pop star, seemingly down-to-earth with her regular girl fashion sensibilities, boy troubles and cat-lady tendencies.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
For one thing, the two represent different sensibilities within the nationalist camp.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
Princesses of even the most delicate sensibilities have been known to enjoy a rugged camping trip, with melted marshmallows and spooky tales told ’round the fire.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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