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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
Fabric still matters, but the conversation is more nuanced than simply choosing natural over synthetic.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Other sources offer more nuanced portraits of the Pharisees.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
For women 40 to 49, the ACP’s position is more nuanced.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
The more nuanced work in this episode belongs to Moss-Bachrach, whose character has had the greatest growth arc throughout the series.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 5 May 2026
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Other sources offer more nuanced portraits of the Pharisees.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
For women 40 to 49, the ACP’s position is more nuanced.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
The more nuanced work in this episode belongs to Moss-Bachrach, whose character has had the greatest growth arc throughout the series.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 5 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuanced
Adjective
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With Pluto turning retrograde in your 12th House of Reflection, patterns, habits, or emotional cycles may come into focus in subtle but meaningful ways.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 May 2026
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Now, there’s no mention of Eugenie’s extended family, just a subtle but clear message about their connection to the King and no one else.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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The residence showcases exquisite marble, onyx, lapis lazuli, tiger’s eye, and malachite stonework, accented with 14-karat gold-leaf detailing and silk trim.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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Those exquisite night flights bring to mind another bunch of Neverlanders longing for home.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Hairstylist Ashley Ruiz pulled her hair back into a super sleek bun, and makeup artist Jenna Nicole gave her an almost-red magenta lip with a flawless, delicate cat eye.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
7 May 2026
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With waitlists that seemingly double with each restock, pairs in delicate ivory and chartreuse bring a romantic touch to everyday staples when styled with soft knits and lightweight jackets.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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The two front doors open to reveal ample storage that expands to the back of the table, making this a piece that adds both an elegant and functional touch to a hallway or foyer.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Guests were served canapes including a surprisingly brilliant mango and mung bean tartare plus chicken teriyaki kebabs, all washed down with elegant Hugo Spritz and espresso martinis.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
9 May 2026
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One thing that makes Vim comfortable for me is the combination of Vim-Airline and Promptline, which together provide a nice status bar that helps highlight some useful info as one is editing a file.—
Lee Hutchinson,
ArsTechnica,
6 May 2026
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Right now, trends favor nice and pleasant weather Mother's Day morning into mid-afternoon with the chance of rain increasing toward the dinner hour and beyond.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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“Nuanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuanced. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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