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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
a nuanced, shaded representation of a hot-button issue that is too often depicted in black and white
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as in exquisite
satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness
a sauce with a nuanced lemon flavor that doesn't overwhelm the taste of the fish
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Recent Examples of nuanced
With Jemma on board, the film starts to take a welcome turn away from frat-boy gross-out comedy into something a little more thoughtful and a lot more nuanced as the characters reveal more of their true selves.
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
Cboe says it is focused on financial contracts rather than sports betting and is launching a more nuanced new version of the simple yes-or-no prediction-market offerings, aiming to attract cerebral young traders who could graduate to its traditional options products.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Behind every popular opinion, however, is a network of nuanced perspectives, which my colleagues delved into below.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 18 Mar. 2026
However, the 50-page report by engineering consulting firm Rimkus—reviewed by Sportico—suggests a more nuanced conclusion.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 17 Mar. 2026
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
Cboe says it is focused on financial contracts rather than sports betting and is launching a more nuanced new version of the simple yes-or-no prediction-market offerings, aiming to attract cerebral young traders who could graduate to its traditional options products.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Behind every popular opinion, however, is a network of nuanced perspectives, which my colleagues delved into below.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 18 Mar. 2026
However, the 50-page report by engineering consulting firm Rimkus—reviewed by Sportico—suggests a more nuanced conclusion.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuanced
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The rooms Hotel Thaynes has 128 guest rooms, including six king suites, each designed for simple mountain stays with subtle pops of colors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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But eventually, nonstop quips give way to subtle observations on class, power, and, particularly during its second season, when Killface and Crews run opposing campaigns for president, the futility of electoral politics.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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Best Nightlife The Port of Call and Dive Inspired by ports around the world, The Port of Call crafts exquisite cocktails in its nautical bar—and a trip to Mystic isn’t complete without trying 2024 James Beard Award best chef finalist Reneé Touponce’s beef empanadas.—
Morgan Rizzo,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2026
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The contrast is exquisite—and frankly par for the course.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Mar. 2026
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While some experts insist that a good face cream can handily tend to the skin around the eyes, others argue that a cream specifically designed for the delicate area is worth the investment.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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The lip exfoliators have delicate sugar crystals that gently scrub to reveal smooth, supple, flake-free lips.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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With its elegant styling, comfortable three-row layout and strong hybrid powertrain, the TX stands as a polished new flagship in Lexus’ SUV lineup.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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Onassis enlisted high society decorator Sister Parish to design the interiors, creating an elegant yet comfortable setting where the young political power couple entertained Washington insiders and journalists.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
20 Mar. 2026
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Of the 32 rooms, 12 are suites, and the remaining are superior double rooms, so all are a nice size.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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This one also had a nice fresh scent that wasn’t overpowering (which can sometimes happen when all your curl-routine products are fragrant).—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Nuanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuanced. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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