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sensitive

[sen-si-tiv] / ˈsɛn sɪ tɪv /




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Maybe I was extra sensitive — or extra bitter.

From Los Angeles Times

Certain bryophyte species are especially sensitive to their environment, and each tends to thrive under very specific conditions.

From Science Daily

The case has been put back until April because of a delay involving the disclosure of sensitive documents.

From BBC

It remains a sensitive issue within Saudi Arabia’s large, conservative society and is likely to happen incrementally and with little fanfare.

From The Wall Street Journal

One thing clearly stands out about this list: It is primarily a collection of economically sensitive companies that should do well if economic growth continues.

From MarketWatch