How to Use tricky in a Sentence
tricky
adjective
- The lock is tricky to open.
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The art of survival in the world of the press can be a tricky one.
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Tyler R. Tynes,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Jan. 2024
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Keep in Mind: The top of the unit is a little tricky to get off.
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Kat De Naoum,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Mar. 2023
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Cutting the bolt, screw or stud to length can be tricky.
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Roy Berendsohn,
Popular Mechanics,
19 Jan. 2023
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One drawback is that this brush is kind of tricky to clean.
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Theresa Holland,
Peoplemag,
7 Apr. 2023
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For instance, getting the pump on and aligned can be tricky.
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Chaunie Brusie, Rn,
Parents,
12 Oct. 2023
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And while the scent of pure leather can be tricky, fear not—this does not skew barnyard.
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Town & Country,
3 Mar. 2023
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The life of an artist in a police state is very tricky — always has been.
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Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
22 Nov. 2023
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Knowing how much to ask, how close to get, and how soon to do so can be tricky.
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Tarot Astrologers,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2023
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Cons There are only 15 shades to choose from, so finding the right shade can be tricky.
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Jessie Quinn,
Peoplemag,
26 Oct. 2023
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All this business about images is tricky, and tetchy, and strange.
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Vinson Cunningham,
The New Yorker,
23 Jan. 2023
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Cy was declarer at four hearts, and West led a tricky queen of trumps.
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Frank Stewart,
The Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2024
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Comets are finicky, and predicting how bright this one will get is tricky.
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Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
5 Jan. 2024
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But our short- and medium-term futures are more tricky.
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Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
20 July 2023
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How did the cast and team prep for the series given its tricky subject matter?
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Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
29 Feb. 2024
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Its a middle ground between a full lease that might be tricky to hang onto and a tent.
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Kevin J. Beaty,
NPR,
8 May 2024
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Should the Globes move forward as planned, there is the tricky question of conflicting shows.
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Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Aug. 2023
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Asking to leave work on time or taking some time off can be tricky enough.
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Samra Zulfaqar,
CNN,
31 Aug. 2024
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While DeRozan to the Heat cannot be ruled out, finding a common ground with money seems tricky.
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Barry Jackson and,
Miami Herald,
4 July 2024
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What makes things tricky is that solitude is not the same as loneliness.
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Ruth Madievsky,
The Atlantic,
27 Dec. 2022
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Knowing what to invest in can be tricky when hunting for pieces for a new space.
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Bianca Lambert,
Peoplemag,
15 Feb. 2023
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What to Consider The waist is not adjustable, so getting the right size may be tricky.
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Red Fabbri,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2024
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This can be tricky for golfers working with tight spaces.
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John Thompson,
Men's Health,
20 July 2023
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Cons There’s a bit of a learning curve with this device, and getting the right angle is tricky at first.
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Jessie Quinn,
Peoplemag,
8 Dec. 2023
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As a team, obviously the start of the year was tricky and difficult.
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Michael Loré,
Robb Report,
31 Oct. 2023
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The tricky part is often deciding how much of your paycheck to save.
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Tanza Loudenback,
wsj.com,
9 Oct. 2023
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But with so many people to shop for, finding unique and thoughtful gifts can be tricky.
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Enjanae' Taylor,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2024
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The only drawback is that a romper swimsuit can be tricky to get in and out of, and bathroom breaks may take longer.
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Maya Polton Updated,
Parents,
10 Aug. 2023
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Stocking up on winter clothing can be tricky for shorter shoppers.
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Esme Benjamin,
People.com,
4 Nov. 2024
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For people with ulcerative colitis (UC), though, tasting the delights of new places can be tricky.
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Sarah Garone,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Nov. 2024
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