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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
Humans learn on the job, often catching nuances on the first try.
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Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Repicturing Rural was designed as a guide for more accurate, elevated and timely portrayals of the various nuances of the rural American experience, empowering brands to use their influence over visual culture to spark material change.
—William Jones, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
This enables the study of subtle performance nuances, particularly during takeoff and landing, which can significantly impact a design’s success.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Brands must also be cognisant of their limitations — not just due to the nuances of chemical management, but also due to the broad church of sensitivities their consumer base may have.
—Sophie Benson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for nuance
Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Repicturing Rural was designed as a guide for more accurate, elevated and timely portrayals of the various nuances of the rural American experience, empowering brands to use their influence over visual culture to spark material change.
—William Jones, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
This enables the study of subtle performance nuances, particularly during takeoff and landing, which can significantly impact a design’s success.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Brands must also be cognisant of their limitations — not just due to the nuances of chemical management, but also due to the broad church of sensitivities their consumer base may have.
—Sophie Benson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for nuance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuance
Noun
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Critics say those distinctions are arbitrary and unfair, being based on outdated assumptions and bad science.—
Kevin Krause,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Jan. 2026
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There is a subtle but important distinction that bears discussion.—
Michael Isaacson,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Whatever the case, sensitivities about national security risks remain high as China’s relationship with Western nations grows tense.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
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Witches Witches in Rice's world are humans born with special supernatural sensitivities, oftentimes extra sensory perceptions or the power of telekinesis.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The words lacked diplomatic subtlety, but the mullahs in Tehran got the message.—
The Wall Street Journal,
Twin Cities,
6 Jan. 2026
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Narrated by the venerable David Attenborough in the BBC version and the incomparable Sigourney Weaver in the Discovery Channel edition, Planet Earth treats audiences with its high-tech, cutting-edge visuals that encompass both the grandeur and subtleties of Mother Earth.—
Ilana Gordon,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Going forwards, the idea is for The Overlap to become a media network spanning brands and channels across different sports, while utilizing Global’s data insights and ad sales.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
6 Jan. 2026
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The consumer insights group released its 2026 Apparel, Accessories and Footwear Report this week, unveiling insights that could redefine 2026 merchandising bets.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Nuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuance. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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