There are bits of family which defy description. I do not mean that metaphorically. They know you are trying and they will resist.

Saccharine

/ˈsa-k(ə-)rən, -kə-ˌrēn, -kə-ˌrīn/ sac·cha·rine

Martinis and cigarettes in opposition, in combat, throat to throat, as if it was about anything but beauteous glassware, as if there was anything left to win.