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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Every Year One of the most valuable benefits of hotel credit cards is the promise of free stays—just be sure to read the fine print.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
Cybersecurity expert Tracey Hawkins said consumers should read the fine print before opting into new programs and understand how their data may be used.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Remember to read the fine print.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
No more fine print that only utility lawyers can read.
—Andre Johnson Jr, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
Cybersecurity expert Tracey Hawkins said consumers should read the fine print before opting into new programs and understand how their data may be used.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Remember to read the fine print.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
No more fine print that only utility lawyers can read.
—Andre Johnson Jr, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Fine print.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fine%20print. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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