thin skin

Examples (10)

• A baby's thin skin requires gentle care to prevent irritation.
• This variety of apple is prized for its sweet flesh and remarkably thin skin.
• Prolonged exposure to the sun can make your skin appear thin and fragile.
• You'll need to develop a thicker skin if you want to succeed in politics; don't have such thin skin.
• She has such thin skin that even a mild critique can upset her deeply.
• His thin skin is often mistaken for arrogance, but he's just sensitive.
• With age, many people find their skin becomes noticeably thinner and more prone to tearing.
• The coach told the young athlete not to have thin skin and to learn from constructive criticism.
• Some exotic fish have almost transparent, thin skin that reveals their internal organs.
• It's challenging to work with someone who has such thin skin and takes everything personally.