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sensitive

[sen-si-tiv] / ˈsɛn sɪ tɪv /




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VPNs protect sensitive data, such as passwords and financial information, from falling into the wrong hands.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Workers were demanding salary increases, protection against subcontracting and job loss through automation, and were refusing to comply with FIFA’s request to collect sensitive private information such as nationality and home addresses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

He added: "I don't want to be involved in any political things, but you know, the world is so sensitive today. Sometimes little, small mistakes can break big friendships or huge contacts."

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The yield on the 2-year Treasury note, which is particularly sensitive to changes in the rate outlook, settled at 4.160%, its highest level since February 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

It’s no longer the positive, sensitive picture I signed up for.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day




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