delicately

Example Sentences

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They have been delicately but unmistakably signaling their pointed skepticism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Irish people might have “a different perspective” on the legendary World War II prime minister, he delicately suggested, a historical reference that must have flown way over Trump’s head.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

With the game delicately poised, Ireland wing Rob Baloucoune marked his Six Nations debut with a decisive try before Jack Crowley's penalty moved the home side 10 points clear.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

The paint is splotchy in places and the photographs are pinned delicately to a dark surface, their edges curling, giving the overall installation a textured materiality.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

I had regained a fragile sense of calm, and I left the bathroom carrying that calmness delicately, as if it were a china plate balancing on my head.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover