Kid-glove (Adjective)
Meaning
Showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people; "by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone"; "a tactful way of correcting someone"; "the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The manager handled the-sensitive negotiations with kid-glove care, making sure all parties felt heard and respected.
- The politician's kid-glove approach to the controversy helped diffuse the public outcry.
- The teacher used kid-glove tactics to handle the class of rowdy kindergartners, speaking softly and moving calmly.
- The company executive received kid-glove treatment from the financial analysts, who praised the firm's prospects without raising any tough questions.
- The tourist guide offered kid-glove explanations of the local customs and traditions, trying not to alarm or offend the visitors.