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A thin skin

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Emotional TonePlay
Expresses an emotional vulnerability towards negative feedback or ridicule. SlideAfter the performance, despite the applause, she felt rather exposed with a thin skin.
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Not LiteralPlay
Not about the physical body, but describes emotional sensitivity. SlideDespite his size, the wrestler had a pretty thin skin when it came to jokes.
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Cultural AwarenessPlay
Might be seen as a weakness in cultures that value stoicism or 'thick skin'. SlideAt the international conference, his thin skin was not well received.