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Noun
Fineness or intricacy of texture or structure
“Her interpretation was always clear in texture, with an inner calm and beautiful delicacy in the variations, which built towards a thrilling climax.”
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Fine or subtle quality, construction, etc
“Catalano, who could be robust and forthright in the expression of his views, was a poet of great delicacy and precision, a master of the fragilities.”
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The quality of requiring discretion or sensitivity
“A topic that needs to be treated with delicacy and discretion.”
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The quality or state of being very accurate
“… the delicacy of the watch movement is incredible.”
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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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A choice or expensive food
“Course after course of mouthwatering delicacies.”
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Tact and consideration
“He's shown considerable delicacy and tact.”
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