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as in distinction
as in subtlety
They studied every nuance conveyed in the painting.
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as in sensitivity
as in insight
She had the nuance to express delicate feelings without being melodramatic.
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Recent Examples of nuance
There are few series on TV that deal with this period of adulthood − not quite young, not quite old − with such nuance.
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Getting a simple explanation of a grammatical rule or the nuance of a term is a shortcut that helps adults learn faster.
—Jill Duffy, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026
Vetiveria has all the trappings of a crisp summer scent, but all the nuance and magnitude of a perennial power player.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Lead with generosity, and keep listening for nuance.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Getting a simple explanation of a grammatical rule or the nuance of a term is a shortcut that helps adults learn faster.
—Jill Duffy, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026
Vetiveria has all the trappings of a crisp summer scent, but all the nuance and magnitude of a perennial power player.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Lead with generosity, and keep listening for nuance.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuance
Noun
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For museums and galleries, diversity replaced criticality as the primary criterion of social distinction, the way to demonstrate participation in a progressive critique of the social order.—
Katy Siegel,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The nearest town has the odd distinction of being renowned for ox-cart making.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Louisa Loo, Lombard Odier’s head of wealth planning for Asia, said many wealthy Asian families continue to delay succession discussions because of cultural sensitivities and a lack of urgency.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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My own sensitivity to jealousy began early.—
Meehika Barua,
Time,
29 May 2026
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Because the costumes are designed by a master, there are hints, cues, little ways that each young lady is able to make her inner self visible, even when it must be done subtlety to avoid the negative attention and terrifying punishments that Gilead’s leadership revels in.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The astrologer adds that just like a Virgo, this style doesn't seek attention but perfection, as shown by the fact that everything has its place, every element serves a purpose, and the beauty lies in the subtlety and care behind the design.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
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Breslow offered some insight into that deal and his process with trades more generally.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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The qualitative research conducted reveals emerging insights about the gap between dominant narratives and the stories Black women want and need to see.—
Dominique Fluker,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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“Nuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuance. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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