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as in delicate
easily broken
attaching the beautiful but fragile ornaments to the Christmas tree is always a touchy operation
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as in sensitive
easily injured without careful handling
babies are fragile, so remember to care for them gently
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as in small
small in degree
a fragile possibility that we might emerge from this fiasco unscathed
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as in exquisiteness
the state or quality of having a delicate structure
we marveled at the fragility and yet the surprising strength of the bird's wing bones
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as in weakness
the quality or state of lacking physical strength or vigor
the fragility of the abandoned baby bird
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Recent Examples of fragile
Stavroula Alina Kampouri, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2025
In spring, rising sap makes the bark more fragile, inviting the presence of beetles.
—Emily Monaco With Kat Craddock, Saveur, 9 Oct. 2025
Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Besides the new exploration of fragility, Vie is also a return to form, aka good ol’ fashioned pop music.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
And indeed, some of the early frameworks were fragile curiosities, admired more for their elegance than their endurance.
—Stavroula Alina Kampouri, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2025
In spring, rising sap makes the bark more fragile, inviting the presence of beetles.
—Emily Monaco With Kat Craddock, Saveur, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
The shackles were off, even if fragility remained.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Besides the new exploration of fragility, Vie is also a return to form, aka good ol’ fashioned pop music.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragile
Adjective
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The Fed’s decision-making seems more delicate — and more divided — than it’s been in years.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Stars who also produce are in a particularly delicate bind, especially those with millions of social media followers.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Options may include topical corticosteroids or nonsteroidal immunomodulators, which are often used on sensitive areas or for long-term control.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Made without parabens, soaps or alcohols, the hypoallergenic wipes are great for all skin types, including sensitive skin.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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By a rough count, Flagg played in approximately six different lineups, including some small-ball looks with Dwight Powell at center.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Oct. 2025
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While there is acknowledgement that smaller teams, such as Norway’s Valarenga, could be on the receiving end of heavy defeats with the shift in format, the benefits of seeing top seeds clash early in the competition mean more overall interest.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
7 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
Adjective
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Osteoporosis is a condition that causes weak, brittle bones.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
7 Oct. 2025
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In an era when masculinity feels increasingly brittle and empathy is under attack, the best picture race is often a referendum on the direction of global politics.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Some people are screaming at the air, their pants falling off their frail frames.—
Ashley Hiruko,
ProPublica,
6 Oct. 2025
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Some older people or those who are frail may not be able to generate enough of a strong, quick breath to effectively inhale the dry powdered version of the medicine.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The slim design has clear crystals on the dial and a two-tone gold and stainless steel bracelet.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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Naughton wore a black ensemble to the event that bared her midriff, and her cheekbones stood out in the photos posted due to her slimmer face.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
4 Oct. 2025
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Tatar says these small but impactful changes compound over time, helping both workers and executives avoid the exhaustion and inefficiency that can come with new office mandates.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Not one time mentioning his exhaustion or lack of sleep going into a show day.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Fragile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragile. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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