: in a fine manner: such as
a
: extremely well : excellently
… plays the hero very finely.—
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b
: with close discrimination : precisely
c
: with delicacy or subtlety : sensitively
a leader finely attuned to the needs of the people
d
: minutely
finely ground coffee
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Its leaves are finely cut, giving it a deceptively delicate appearance, but this is a tough plant that is not fazed by heat and climbs rapidly to cover a support.
—Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Recipe information Mix 1 shallot, finely chopped, juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of kosher salt in a bowl and let sit.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 May 2026
Even then the metal was sanded finely and in the Lucca’s case the radiator and spoked wheels were fitted with covers for improved aerodynamics.
—New Atlas, 8 May 2026
Before adding the fruits to the frosting, grind them very finely in a food processor or blender (or place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin).
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 7 May 2026
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Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Recipe information Mix 1 shallot, finely chopped, juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of kosher salt in a bowl and let sit.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 May 2026
Even then the metal was sanded finely and in the Lucca’s case the radiator and spoked wheels were fitted with covers for improved aerodynamics.
—New Atlas, 8 May 2026
Before adding the fruits to the frosting, grind them very finely in a food processor or blender (or place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin).
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 7 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for finely
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“Finely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finely. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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