touchily
- a word derived from touchy.
Example Sentences
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"I don't discuss private conversations, I don't see any reasons why I should," he retorted, rather touchily.
From The Guardian • Jul. 4, 2012
This "clarification" to Beijing's ears seemed touchily close to a declaration of independence.
From Time Magazine Archive
Both church and state, though, have been working together somewhat touchily to avoid unruly demonstrations.
From Time Magazine Archive
Very flatly, the U.S. asked touchily neutral Eire to take the Allied side in World War II.
From Time Magazine Archive
"Oh, I don't know," I said, just a little touchily.
From Wings of the Wind by Harris, Credo Fitch
