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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
Peninsula Pastries bakes irresistible and authentic French delicacies and breads to go.
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Freda Moon, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Over a plate of the local delicacy, horse meat dumplings, one local explained how his father had converted him into a supporter, too.
—Lucy Oliva, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
The holiday season is in full swing, and the dairy aisles of grocery stores are once again stocked with one of my personal favorite Christmas delicacies: eggnog.
—Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
The itinerary includes a stop at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, where travelers can enjoy scuba diving, beach-side spa treatments, and indulge in authentic Bahamian delicacies.
—Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Dec. 2024
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Freda Moon, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Over a plate of the local delicacy, horse meat dumplings, one local explained how his father had converted him into a supporter, too.
—Lucy Oliva, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
The holiday season is in full swing, and the dairy aisles of grocery stores are once again stocked with one of my personal favorite Christmas delicacies: eggnog.
—Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
The itinerary includes a stop at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, where travelers can enjoy scuba diving, beach-side spa treatments, and indulge in authentic Bahamian delicacies.
—Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicacy
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Yet beyond its inviting waters is another treat, a vibrant culinary scene shaped by Maya, Mestizo, Creole, and Garifuna traditions.Kaila Yu, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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The display case with other sweet treats like tiramisu, chocolate chip cookies, and ginger snaps with yuzu glaze acts as both a display of Pinkerton’s wares and decor.Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
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Investors who tap into niche trends and leverage advanced data analysis will pinpoint motivated sellers with precision.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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The Industrial styles take cues from natural weathering and precision, calling to mind a revolutionary period defined by innovation, growth, and transformation.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
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More news: Dodgers to Sign Asian Star to 3-Year Contract For teams trying to upgrade a position of weakness on a budget, Moncada could represent a high-upside play on a short-term contract.Newsweek, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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Several stocks are primed for a bounce after recent weakness at the turn of the new year.Pia Singh, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
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Bank supervisors globally have a framework to assess banks’ capital, asset quality, management, earnings, liquidity and sensitivity to market risk.Mayra Rodriguez Valladares, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Thanks to its large size and exceptional sensitivity, DECam has provided astronomers with unprecedented insights into these regions of space.Victoria Corless, Space.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Wild with worry about the accuracy of his reading, Dev called the family astrologer to confirm his prediction.Kanak Kapur, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
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The live cleanup service helps prepare clients' books for tax season by categorizing transactions, checking for any errors, and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy.Gene Marks, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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This led many to assume that the Swedish DJ’s previous health struggles — including acute pancreatitis, gallbladder and appendix surgery, alcohol abuse and exhaustion — were to blame.Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 31 Dec. 2024
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Finally, working from home can lead to stress and exhaustion.Erik Pham, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Focus on progress, not perfection and embrace those feelings of discomfort as a cue to move forward not to escape.Jess Cording, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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That drive for perfection has propelled Lopez to the top of Hollywood’s A-list.Brent Lang, Variety, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Delicacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicacy. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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