extremely delicate

Frequency: 7.5105.3 per million words

Used to emphasize a high degree of fragility or fineness.

delicateADVERB + delicate

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extremely

Examples (10)

  • The antique lace was extremely delicate and required careful handling.
  • Negotiating the peace treaty is an extremely delicate matter.
  • The butterfly's wings are extremely delicate and can be easily damaged.
  • After the surgery, her health became extremely delicate for several weeks.
  • The chef prepared a sauce with an extremely delicate flavour of saffron.
  • A watch's internal mechanism is extremely delicate and complex.
  • Newborn babies have extremely delicate skin that needs special care.
  • It was an extremely delicate task to inform the family of the bad news.
  • The ecosystem of the coral reef is extremely delicate and sensitive to pollution.
  • Her watercolour paintings are known for their extremely delicate shading and light.