fine print
noun
: something thoroughly and often deliberately obscure
especially
: a part of an agreement or document spelling out restrictions and limitations often in small type or obscure language
Examples of fine print in a Sentence
Read the fine print before you sign the contract.
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The fine print of Paramount’s earnings report discloses plans for a restructuring charge to be taken in Q4 of $500 million.
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025
Before making the call, review the numbers, evaluate the personal goals and understand the fine print.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Nov. 2025
Read the fine print of your policy to see what's covered.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2025
With that in mind, on April 2, CPB's board authorized its officials to work out the fine print of a fresh contract with NPR.
—NPR, 30 Oct. 2025
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025
Before making the call, review the numbers, evaluate the personal goals and understand the fine print.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Nov. 2025
Read the fine print of your policy to see what's covered.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2025
With that in mind, on April 2, CPB's board authorized its officials to work out the fine print of a fresh contract with NPR.
—NPR, 30 Oct. 2025
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“Fine print.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fine%20print. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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