sensitive
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“Continued upside pressure in long-term interest rates could become an increasing headwind for equity markets, particularly for growth-oriented sectors and valuations that are sensitive to higher discount rates and tighter financial conditions,” he said.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
“We’re always being sensitive, trying to make sure we’re not pingponging a team across the country with travel to the East Coast and back,” said Hans Schroeder, the NFL’s executive vice president of media distribution.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Businesses, for instance, might use it to hide sensitive information such as payrolls and supplier relationships.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
Investors in “transportation sensitive markets,” such as oil cruises and airlines “own this exposure whether you want to admit it or not,” he said.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
Moss found haircuts to be soothing and figured it was related to the fact that his head was so sensitive to touch.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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