sensitive

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Miners use specialized computers to validate transactions and earn newly minted bitcoin and transaction fees, making their businesses highly sensitive to bitcoin prices, electricity costs and the efficiency of their machines.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Securities & Exchange Commission that Shell had discussed highly sensitive Paramount information with him: Paramount’s proposed $7.7-billion deal with the UFC owner to bring the mixed-martial arts fights to CBS and other Paramount outlets.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Her team is also becoming cautious on stock markets in Europe and India that are more sensitive to energy disruptions.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Analysts noted the cease-fire does not resolve fundamental differences between Washington and Tehran, keeping markets sensitive to headlines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“Nah, it’s no big deal. You’re fine. It’s just a sensitive subject, you know? What with my dad and protests and stuff.”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro