exquisiteness

as in fragility
the state or quality of having a delicate structure marveled at the exquisiteness of the lace on the bride's gown

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Noun
  • Markets were reminded of that fragility on Thursday, when a new wave of volatility hit the sector as several regional banks flagged credit problems.
    Benzinga, Freep.com, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Despite the reprieve, the motions underscored the fragility of Macron’s administration midway through his final term.
    Reuters, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • 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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“Exquisiteness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exquisiteness. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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