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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
The capsule’s color palette ranges from moss greens, dark browns and ochre-yellow nuances to coppery orange reminiscent of the Highlands in the fall season.
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Basterga also wanted a Corsican actress for the role who could portray the subtle nuances that are characteristic of people of Corsica, offering greater authenticity.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
Sam ended up bringing so much nuance to her performance.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Philippe tells that story in a roundabout way; like some of his previous films (Chain Reaction, Lynch/Oz or Memory: The Origins of Alien), Kim Novak’s Vertigo is all about subtext and nuance as opposed to any kind of objective truth.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2025
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Basterga also wanted a Corsican actress for the role who could portray the subtle nuances that are characteristic of people of Corsica, offering greater authenticity.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
Sam ended up bringing so much nuance to her performance.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Philippe tells that story in a roundabout way; like some of his previous films (Chain Reaction, Lynch/Oz or Memory: The Origins of Alien), Kim Novak’s Vertigo is all about subtext and nuance as opposed to any kind of objective truth.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuance
Noun
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By every measurement, there is a clear line of distinction between the two groups within the league’s 18 starters.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Legal operations often involve context, judgment and subtle distinctions that automation isn’t yet equipped to handle.—
Jens Erik Gould,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Still, the daughter insists that this is about more than sensitivity.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Janelle and Lisa’s sensitivity to materials, language and symbols has resulted in a collection of work whose power lies in its balance between accessibility and poetry.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Maximalists can lean into bold, dramatic hues, while those who prefer subtlety can opt for earthy neutrals that blend seamlessly with their kitchen decor.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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With uncanny accuracy, latent space manipulation records vocal subtleties and micro-expressions.—
Rohan Pinto,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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But planning a trip that appeals to every age group often requires careful thought and expert insight.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The adorable video has brought both laughter and some interesting insights into animal behavior from commenters.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Nuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuance. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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