be insensitive

Frequency: 9.025.1 per million words

The state of being insensitive.

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Examples (20)

  • The decision to serve pork was culturally insensitive.
  • Its physical properties are relatively insensitive to pressure changes.
  • Its physical properties are relatively insensitive to pressure changes.
  • The machine is relatively insensitive to changes in the atmosphere.
  • The machine is relatively insensitive to changes in the atmosphere.
  • The sensor is insensitive to minor temperature fluctuations.
  • He can be quite insensitive to others' feelings sometimes.
  • Some materials are insensitive to strong acids.
  • Don't be insensitive to her pain; she's going through a tough time.
  • The new paint is insensitive to harsh weather conditions.
  • Some people are simply insensitive to criticism.
  • The plant is insensitive to light changes during its dormant phase.
  • The new sensor is insensitive to minor temperature fluctuations.
  • My skin is insensitive to mild irritants.
  • We tried to be careful not to be insensitive with our comments.
  • This type of rock is insensitive to erosion.
  • After years of working in that field, she had become insensitive to the harsh conditions.
  • The instrument needs to be insensitive to external electromagnetic interference.
  • It's important not to be insensitive to cultural differences when traveling.
  • Ideally, the immune system should be insensitive to harmless substances.