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as in dusty
consisting of very small particles
the fine sand found on the island's beaches
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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
the fine distinction between bravery and recklessness
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as in thin
being of less than usual width
use a fine line for the outline of the facial features you intend to carve into the pumpkin
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as in OK
being to one's liking
that arrangement is fine with me
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as in pure
free from added matter
that silver is .9600 fine
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as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
making the final fine adjustments on the car's GPS
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the wine steward declared that the complaint of corkiness was unjustified and that the wine was fine
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as in small
of a size that is less than average
read the fine print
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a fine performance of a classic ballet
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as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
savored every morsel of the restaurant's fine cuisine
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as in sensitive
able to sense slight impressions or differences
hearing so fine that it can seemingly hear the tiniest twig snap
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as in handsome
having or showing elegance
a fine old structure in the city's historic district
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as in penalty
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment
a $50 fine for speeding
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as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
the police will fine you for driving with one headlight out
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as in to filter
to remove usually visible impurities from
the use of egg shells to fine wine
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as in good
in a satisfactory way
you did just fine on the stress test
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Recent Examples of fine
Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
The judge also sentenced him to five years of supervised release and imposed a $500,000 fine against him — the maximum fine allowable.
—Sarah Jones, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
The bill does not mention keeping packages meant for another person delivered to your address, but federal law says keeping a package addressed to someone else is considered mail theft and is punishable by up to $250,000 in fines or up to five years in prison.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 9 Jan. 2026
Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
The Bristol-Burlington Health District last year began fining the company over excessive noise, and had compiled a bill of about $35,000.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026
Nbc News, NBC news, 6 Jan. 2026
Whatever that is, financially, Harry is doing fine, but so are William and Kate Middleton.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Before using a Magic Eraser to clean a surface, Aziz encourages her team members to think about whether or not fine sandpaper would damage the surface in question.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
The judge also sentenced him to five years of supervised release and imposed a $500,000 fine against him — the maximum fine allowable.
—Sarah Jones, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Noun
Indiana Code says that a Class C misdemeanor’s consequences include a prison sentence of no more than 60 days and a fine of no more than $500.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
The bill does not mention keeping packages meant for another person delivered to your address, but federal law says keeping a package addressed to someone else is considered mail theft and is punishable by up to $250,000 in fines or up to five years in prison.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
Last year, California air regulators fined the company $82 million for failing to disclose toxic emissions in Benicia for more than 15 years.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
The Bristol-Burlington Health District last year began fining the company over excessive noise, and had compiled a bill of about $35,000.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
Josefina and her husband got home fine since they likely are not seen as a threat to a government that is on highest alert.
—Nbc News, NBC news, 6 Jan. 2026
Whatever that is, financially, Harry is doing fine, but so are William and Kate Middleton.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
Adjective
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These chambers mimic Mars’ low-pressure atmosphere, dry conditions, and dusty surface.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Jan. 2026
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Don’t sit at home getting dusty.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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With her signature long waves gathered into a subtle bun at the nape of her neck, this style puts the focus on the sculptural wave framing Seyfried's face opposite a deep side part.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
12 Jan. 2026
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Grande wore a glossy pink shade on her lips, sculpted cheeks with subtle shimmer, and long lashes.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
12 Jan. 2026
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Yimobra Memory Foam Bath Mat, $9 with Prime The bath mat is made from memory foam that feels plush underfoot and cushions each step, unlike thin cotton mats.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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And if someone wasn't thrilled with that, that's okay too.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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He was taken to the hospital with serious wounds to his face and body, but was released and is expected to be okay.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In addition to pure retinol, which helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, this unique product features retinyl palmitate, an antioxidant-rich skin protectant, as well as retinyl acetate, a natural form of vitamin A that keeps pores clean while stimulating collagen production.—
Michelle Baricevic,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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Trump, though never restrained, is now pure id, acting on impulse and goaded on by advisers who see an opportunity to further expand executive power.—
Jonathan Lemire,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
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Mostly, though, Boland strangles batters with his suffocating and deadly-accurate line and length.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Comedians can sometimes be eerily accurate in the way their jokes predict the future.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
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The government, in its brief and in court, argued that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has the authority to terminate any parole program and gave adequate notice by publishing the termination in the federal registry.—
Michael Casey,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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As the United States established dominance on the world stage, the White House grounds changed dramatically, with major expansions to prevent overcrowding and afford the first family and their staff adequate office space on the maximum-security property.—
Kyler Alvord,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Jan. 2026
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In fact, sometimes smaller heaters can match or outperform larger units, depending on their design.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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