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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
Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
This story is from an installment of The Oeno Files, our weekly insider newsletter to the world of fine wine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
Wallen was sentenced to seven days at a DUI education center, two years probation and a $350 fine, in addition to court fees.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 31 May 2026
News Desk, Artforum, 28 May 2026
Iwamasa was sentenced by United States District Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett, and was also fined $10,000.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 27 May 2026
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The Associated Press has solicited donations from its readers while the Chicago Sun-Times became a non-profit in 2022 under the Chicago Public Media umbrella and appears to be doing fine.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
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Adjective
And while the festive markets on this itinerary can’t compete in terms of size and sparkle with those seen along the Rhine or the Danube, the spectacular French chateaux dressed in their Christmas finest more than make up for it.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
This story is from an installment of The Oeno Files, our weekly insider newsletter to the world of fine wine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Noun
Scelfo faces a maximum of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.
—Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
Wallen was sentenced to seven days at a DUI education center, two years probation and a $350 fine, in addition to court fees.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 31 May 2026
Verb
Kalshi’s domain has also expanded into politics—three congressional candidates were fined (and expelled from the platform) for betting on the outcome of their own elections.
—News Desk, Artforum, 28 May 2026
Iwamasa was sentenced by United States District Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett, and was also fined $10,000.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 27 May 2026
Adverb
It’s designed to be enjoyed more like a fine-sipping Tequila than as a cocktail mixer.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The Associated Press has solicited donations from its readers while the Chicago Sun-Times became a non-profit in 2022 under the Chicago Public Media umbrella and appears to be doing fine.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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If that bottle hiding in the back of your bar cart is dusty and doesn't taste the same, buy a fresh one.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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The shoes also come in a range of standout colorways, including an electric orange-and-blue combo and an off-white-and-dusty-gray pair.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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The collection is highly versatile, offering both subtle nods to the sport and head-to-toe outfits, all created in a patriotic color palette of red, white and a variety of blues.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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The actress, also known for Todd Haynes' film May December, later comments on that subtle addition in a May 2026 interview.—
Entertainment Weekly,
Entertainment Weekly,
3 June 2026
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Said was clean-shaven, with close-cropped, graying hair and thin, rectangular glasses.—
Bozorgmehr Sharafedin,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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Expect body hair to thin, disappear, Alpinize.—
Sandra Cisneros,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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Somebody else saw something else or had a different experience, but everything else looked okay on the surface.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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As my son Wes aptly said, the moral of the story is that some democrats seem okay with Nazi symbolism but not a Jewish state.—
Doug Friednash,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
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There are other ETFs branded under the space investing theme that have been in the market for years already, building portfolios of stocks that include pure-play, high-risk space exploration companies, satellite companies, and broader aerospace and defense sector names.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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The introduction of this tournament helped transform football from a pure enjoyment into a competitive sport, first played by amateurs and later by professionals.—
Thomas Adam,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
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Saban made several accurate and valuable points about the current direction of the sport and his issues with it.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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Once in position, the crews relay information about weather conditions and water patterns back to the command center in Philadelphia to develop a plan for the most accurate search.—
Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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During that time, certain areas of the garage may be closed temporarily, but officials say adequate parking will remain available throughout the duration of the project.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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When machines surpass human capability, humanity’s only adequate response is a collective one.—
Shlomit Wagman,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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The National Federation of Independent Business has warned that small businesses and consumers who rely on energy, rather than oil giants, will end up holding the bag.—
Yaël Ossowski,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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But as funding from cap-and-invest and the climate bond dwindle, the state must increasingly turn to Cal Fire, which devotes only a small portion of its budget to mitigation work.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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