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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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fine

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noun

as in penalty
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment a $50 fine for speeding

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Recent Examples of fine
Adjective
Experts believe that rice played a role in rituals that were performed in the cave, which also included fine pottery, shell pendants and ornaments. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025 People in their finest gathered under those lights. Literary Hub, 14 July 2025
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The proposals have included expanding the authority of local governments to regulate fireworks, doubling the fines for discharging fireworks during times prohibited by a community and banning the ignition of fireworks within 200 feet of a nearby property. Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 4 July 2025 The permit says non-compliance with requirements could result in daily fines of up to $10,000 per violation. Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 3 July 2025
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Instead, the two lawyers achieved notoriety in 2023 when the judge in the case fined the pair $5,000 for citing six fictitious cases, invented by artificial intelligence software, in a brief to the court. Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 26 June 2025 Senate Bill 378, which has passed through the Senate and is sitting in the House, would put a cap of the amount a homeowner can be fined, require violation hearings and prohibit HOAs from profiting off of fines. Nora O’Neill, Charlotte Observer, 23 June 2025
Adverb
These socks come in two sizes: Small/medium and large/extra large, and as a size 9, the small/medium size fit me just fine. Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025 The secretary was released from the hospital later that day and appeared fine at the Detroit event. Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for fine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
Adjective
  • Just think about where your luggage has been; it gets hauled through airports, goes for a ride on a conveyor belt, rolls across dusty parking lots, is stashed into overhead bins, and is often handled by multiple people with no guarantee of clean hands.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025
  • He’s worn them outside on dusty furniture, has cat fur all over them ...
    Brian Anthony Hernandez, People.com, 28 June 2025
Adjective
  • They are intended to reduce trauma to the scalp, may contribute to smoother recovery, and are designed to help achieve subtle, natural-looking outcomes.
    Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 12 July 2025
  • The property’s subtle musical motif reminds guests of its beginnings as a radio station, while the sunset libations at its Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar draw a regular crowd.
    Katie Strasberg Rousso, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
Adjective
  • The Series 10 is also thinner, lighter, easier to wear, and charges faster than previous models.
    Adrienne So, Wired News, 12 July 2025
  • Often, the first real cracks appear in prime borrowers who were stretched thin, quietly falling behind while headlines focus on everything else.
    Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
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  • Hydration is key When working in the heat, avoid sugary drinks and opt for pure water or water with electrolytes.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2025
  • Happening in early May, the festival’s events are pure Americana.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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  • Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 5 July 2025
  • Even when observers were given the personal backstory behind a tattoo, their judgments didn’t become significantly more accurate.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
Adjective
  • However, other people who lived in the area said their wireless coverage was adequate and did not think constructing a new tower was necessary.
    Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
  • For minimalists, a smaller organizer will be adequate and less obtrusive.
    Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
Adjective
  • This ultra-lightweight chair weighs just 3 pounds and packs into a carrying case the size of a small purse.
    Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper and garlic powder.
    Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 12 July 2025
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  • This Dyson model is lightweight and has powerful suction and motorized tools that are excellent for getting hair out of carpets and upholstery.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
  • There is not a lot of room, but the midfielder is excellent at operating in tight spaces.
    Jay Harris, New York Times, 11 July 2025

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