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caring and compassionate toward others
- She's a tender person, always showing kindness and empathy towards those in need.
- Despite his tough exterior, he has a tender heart, always willing to lend a listening ear.
- The tender mother soothes her child's fears with gentle words and loving embraces.
- Known for his tender nature, he's quick to offer help and support to friends in need.
- The tender caregiver provides comfort and reassurance to patients during difficult times.
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showing or expressing affection, love, or warmth toward someone
- He gave her a tender kiss on the forehead.
- They exchanged a tender embrace before parting.
- The letter was full of tender memories.
- She looked at him with tender affection.
- His tender words reassured her completely.
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(of food) easy to chew or cut
- The steak was so tender that it practically melted in my mouth.
- She cooked the chicken slowly to ensure it remained juicy and tender.
- The braised lamb shanks were incredibly tender, falling off the bone with ease.
- They marinated the pork overnight to make it extra tender and flavorful.
- The vegetables in the stew were cooked to perfection, tender but not mushy.
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young, inexperienced, or immature
- He began his career at a tender point in his life.
- At such a tender stage, children need guidance.
- They met during their tender teenage years.
- The tender minds of youth are easily influenced.
- She showed wisdom beyond her tender years.
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not physically strong, tough, or resilient
- Her tender hands showed she was unused to manual labor.
- The fabric was too tender to withstand rough washing.
- Their tender bodies struggled in the harsh environment.
- The metal proved tender under pressure.
- The tender wood cracked when exposed to heat.
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(of plants) delicate and easily damaged by cold or adverse conditions
- The farmer lost several tender crops to the frost.
- Gardeners protect tender seedlings with covers in early spring.
- The tender herbs wilted in the sudden chill.
- Tender tropical flowers require constant warmth.
- He planted only tender varieties in the greenhouse.
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(of a boat) easily inclined to tip or heel under sail
- The yacht was tender and required careful handling in rough seas.
- Novices found the tender boat difficult to balance.
- The small dinghy proved tender in strong winds.
- The sailor adjusted the sails to steady the tender craft.
- A tender vessel reacts quickly to shifts in weight.