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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
Foie gras — or fattened liver of a duck or goose — is a delicacy in French cooking that is occasionally featured on higher-end restaurants’ menus.
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Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2025
The eight-course tasting menu is worth the splurge since you’ll dine on delicacies like frog legs and foie gras.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
However, the trading bloc is a major exporter of pork and key supplier of byproducts such as ears, snouts, feet and other items considered to be delicacies in China.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Fortune, 16 Dec. 2025
The wines will be served exclusively through the resort’s 10-course chef’s table experience, complementing the fresh vegetables and herbs from the resort farm and the ocean delicacies straight from the sea.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2025
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Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2025
The eight-course tasting menu is worth the splurge since you’ll dine on delicacies like frog legs and foie gras.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
However, the trading bloc is a major exporter of pork and key supplier of byproducts such as ears, snouts, feet and other items considered to be delicacies in China.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Fortune, 16 Dec. 2025
The wines will be served exclusively through the resort’s 10-course chef’s table experience, complementing the fresh vegetables and herbs from the resort farm and the ocean delicacies straight from the sea.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicacy
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Thick-cut bacon, Panko breadcrumbs, and a touch of sherry vinegar transform Brussels sprouts into a salty and crunchy treat.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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These cookies are our take on the famous Levain Bakery treats from New York City.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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The theocracy of the ayatollahs has been exposed in all its fragility.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
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And at the time that this sign was built, this fragility illustrated everything.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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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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Data centres and automation are raising requirements for power, connectivity, and operational precision.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Players use it for precision drills and reaction training.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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The strengths and weaknesses are always shown in a game like this.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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According to the Mayo Clinic, CMS is caused by a gene change that results in muscle weakness, which worsens with physical activity.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Whatever the case, sensitivities about national security risks remain high as China’s relationship with Western nations grows tense.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
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Witches Witches in Rice's world are humans born with special supernatural sensitivities, oftentimes extra sensory perceptions or the power of telekinesis.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 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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Motorola built the camera system around Sony’s LYTIA sensor to improve brightness and color accuracy.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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For decades, the program was known for a rigorous scientific review and inspection process to ensure accuracy.—
Lucas Waldron,
ProPublica,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Delicacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicacy. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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