in a delicate condition

in a delicate condition

euphemism, old-fashioned To be pregnant. The ladies of the manor are starting to suspect that you're in a delicate condition. Should you really be on a ladder while you're in a delicate condition? I knew Louise was in a delicate condition, but I didn't realize the doctor had prescribed bed rest until the birth. Wow.

See also: condition, delicate

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in a delicate condition

Euph. pregnant. (Old fashioned.) Are you sure you're up for this hike? I know you're in a delicate condition. She shouldn't be lifting those boxes. She's in a delicate condition.

See also: condition, delicate

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