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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
That view has recently been challenged, though the evidence remains nuanced.
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Robert M. Kaplan, STAT, 1 Jan. 2026
There’s a separate tier of more luxurious and nuanced imitation wood grains to choose from for an additional fee, ranging from a warm cedar to a richer mahogany shade, as well as imitation brick and minimalist hues such as cream and black.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2025
North Carolina’s traffic laws can be more nuanced than many drivers realize, with common road behaviors sometimes falling into legal gray areas.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 31 Dec. 2025
The fair answer is more nuanced than the optimism suggests.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2025
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Robert M. Kaplan, STAT, 1 Jan. 2026
There’s a separate tier of more luxurious and nuanced imitation wood grains to choose from for an additional fee, ranging from a warm cedar to a richer mahogany shade, as well as imitation brick and minimalist hues such as cream and black.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2025
North Carolina’s traffic laws can be more nuanced than many drivers realize, with common road behaviors sometimes falling into legal gray areas.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 31 Dec. 2025
The fair answer is more nuanced than the optimism suggests.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuanced
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There are more subtle links between the franchises as well, like the casting of Cameron Brown as the Drone Synth in the film.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Nov. 2025
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Lucky Step Platform Sneakers These brown suede platform sneakers give a subtle lift while staying super comfortable thanks to memory foam insoles and arch support.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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The perfect balance for a sport that jostles between exquisite and excruciating.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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As with Sátántangó, Tarr devised exquisite tracking shots that seemed to float through János’ unhappy universe, delivering one knockout image after another.—
Tim Grierson,
Rolling Stone,
6 Jan. 2026
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This delicate balance allows massive galaxies to stay dormant for billions of years, even when star-forming material is present.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Ballerina styles, those with lace-up construction, are emerging as a standout, adding a delicate, fashion-forward touch while remaining practical.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Produced from 1996 to 2005, the Neptune is an elegant take on the classic sports watch featuring a slim case and an integrated bracelet with fish scale-like links in honor of the god of the sea.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Paris Hilton looks elegant in a black gown with her signature sparkly touch at the Waldorf Astoria's grand reopening in New York City.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Ten-inch-tall elves, called Scout Elves, arrive in children's homes ahead of Christmas with a mission to relay children's behavior back to Santa Claus for his naughty and nice list.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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To those earning $50,000 a year at their regular jobs, making $5,000 in a few nights of netting was a nice bonus.—
Steve Waters,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Nuanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuanced. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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