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The phrase "a very delicate matter" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a situation that requires careful handling or sensitivity.
Example: "Discussing the layoffs with the employees is a very delicate matter that needs to be approached with caution."
Alternatives: "a sensitive issue" or "a fragile situation".
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The issue of sovereignty over this ancient city is a very delicate matter.
Touching any part of Versailles is like performing brain surgery on France: a very delicate matter.
"It's a very delicate matter," said Eric Ueland, the committee's incoming chief of staff.
What should I say?" This was, indeed, a very delicate matter.
The architectural treatment of such enclosures or boundaries in such cases becomes a very delicate matter with conflicting aspects.
That was the first time I had the feeling that jealousy in politics is a very delicate matter".
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Psychiatrist Gabriel Diaconu has a more nuanced take on the matter: "It's a very delicate subject.
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Christine Holowacz, a community activist in Greenpoint, said that trying to get residents to cooperate was "a very, very delicate matter".
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