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as in treat
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
presented with a plate of national delicacies while they waited for the queen
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as in fragility
the state or quality of having a delicate structure
we never cease to marvel at the delicacy of a snowflake
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as in daintiness
the tendency to be or state of being squeamish
the urgent need for blood prompted many people to overcome their habitual delicacy and become first-time donors
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as in precision
the quality or state of being very accurate
the delicacy of the watch movement is incredible
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as in weakness
the quality or state of lacking physical strength or vigor
all of her life the shy poet gave the appearance of extreme delicacy
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as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
the delicacy of the sensor is such that it will be affected by the slightest vibration
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Recent Examples of delicacy
Sea urchins are a delicacy noted for their rich creamy flavor.
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Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
The dining car turns out fine delicacies with Italian flair, while the lounge car hops with finger-snapping tunes by a piano, saxophone, clarinet trio.
—Eleanor Flagler Hardy, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
The furor has cooled since that peak intensity, but Ansel still sells the delicacies from his lower-Manhattan shop.
—Merrill Fabry, Time, 9 Oct. 2025
This flower is the national symbol of El Salvador and is considered a seasonal delicacy.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Oct. 2025
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Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
The dining car turns out fine delicacies with Italian flair, while the lounge car hops with finger-snapping tunes by a piano, saxophone, clarinet trio.
—Eleanor Flagler Hardy, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
The furor has cooled since that peak intensity, but Ansel still sells the delicacies from his lower-Manhattan shop.
—Merrill Fabry, Time, 9 Oct. 2025
This flower is the national symbol of El Salvador and is considered a seasonal delicacy.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicacy
Noun
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Below, the cast shares a few tricks and treats from the movie, including a few romantic moments, who can't contain their laughter, and more.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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Smoothies are a delicious treat that's creamy, cold and full of flavor.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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The story of a Hollywood superstar coming to terms with the fragility of his privileged existence might not seem the most universal story, especially one starring George Clooney at his most suave and charismatic.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
11 Oct. 2025
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Lecornu's resignation, just 14 hours after announcing his Cabinet, underscored the fragility of the president's coalition amid deep political and personal rivalries.—
NPR,
NPR,
10 Oct. 2025
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With a daintiness at odds with its 120 kilos, the bear extricates its wrist from the tie and calmly takes its leave.—
Ganesh Marín,
The Dial,
7 Oct. 2025
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At just 17 years old at the time, Irwin delivered a standout season marked by emotional storytelling and technical precision.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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Scent preferences are personal, and today’s perfumers approach candle compositions with the same artistry and precision as fine colognes, treating them as another olfactory canvas to paint on.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
14 Oct. 2025
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However, the effects on hiring may be blunted by persistent weakness in the labor market.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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JPMorgan adds SharkNinja to the focus list JPM said investors should buy the weakness in the consumer products company.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
10 Oct. 2025
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Both requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the talks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or allergies every year.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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Or is this a kind of fastidiousness of yours?—
Cynthia Zarin,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
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The filmmaking is precise and refined, but free of the self-conscious fastidiousness that often passes for style on the international festival circuit.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2019
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Results will show whether the tool improves the accuracy of the reading, Lee said — as well as whether the radiologist tends to let AI scores trump their own expertise.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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Richardson was the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft but came into the season as the Colts’ backup quarterback after struggling with injuries and accuracy in his first two seasons in the league.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Delicacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicacy. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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