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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
Instead, Coddington suggests incorporating some subtlety with more nuanced and sophisticated shades like aubergine over red.
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Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
In the context of the movie, the discussion of screens and tech is surprisingly nuanced (perhaps slightly too nuanced for the youngest audience members to understand).
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Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Overall investor positioning right now is a bit nuanced.
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Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
When an American athlete criticizes the country from the left, the media calls it brave, nuanced and thoughtful.
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Dan Zaksheske Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for nuanced
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
In the context of the movie, the discussion of screens and tech is surprisingly nuanced (perhaps slightly too nuanced for the youngest audience members to understand).
—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Overall investor positioning right now is a bit nuanced.
—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
When an American athlete criticizes the country from the left, the media calls it brave, nuanced and thoughtful.
—
Dan Zaksheske Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for nuanced
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuanced
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Available in a style with the same stripes that Paltrow favors, the top offers a subtle pattern that’ll make your outfit pop.
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The square neckline adds a flattering, feminine touch, while the subtle volume in the sleeves gives it a slightly dressier feel than your average tee.
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Some companies expected to attend — like Lockheed Martin, Boeing and L3Harris — produce parts for more exquisite munitions, like the Patriot interceptor missiles that can each cost $4 million to $5 million.
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The maison’s jewelry is displayed atop custom stone plinths, spotlighting the exquisite craftsmanship of each creation.
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To accessorize her look, Chopra Jonas opted for delicate jewelry pieces that augmented the vibrant color scheme of her attire.
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Crappies, walleyes, and panfish are usually fried, and that’s partially because their thinner, more delicate fillets benefit from a batter coating holding them together during the cooking process.
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Featuring a classic Damask print, this three-piece quilt set will make any bedroom feel elegant and sophisticated.
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The Wente Clone Chardonnay 2024 – A truly elegant expression of the Wente Chardonnay clone, beautifully balanced fruit, oak, and acidity.
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In Colima city for coffee and a nice meal, visitors should bookmark Puerto Café and Cumbre, a restaurant and bakery that stands out in a scene of growing maturity and ambition.
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Johnson could provide a nice defensive partner with Flagg in the front court with Johnson’s rim protections and ability to switch on the perimeter.
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“Nuanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuanced. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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