sensitive issue

Example Sentences

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The Chinese leader told Trump that missteps on the sensitive issue could cause "conflict".

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Antisemitism is a particularly sensitive issue in Europe given the Holocaust killed an estimated 6 million of the continent’s Jews.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

That simple assertion touches on a sensitive issue for both the conservative and liberal wings of the court.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

Paul Whiteman, general secretary of the National Association of Head Teachers, said the guidance would address the need for "greater clarity about how schools should manage this sensitive issue and support their pupils".

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Although we did not discuss politics, I did bring up one sensitive issue, and that was the status of my wife.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela