as in to improve
to make better
worked on refining her backhand before the big tennis match
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Recent Examples of refine
Disney’s post-Iger leaders will face number of headaches, including managing ongoing declines in linear TV, coping with the surging cost of sports rights and refining the strategy in streaming.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
For a generation of Miami musicians, Hoy Como Ayer was a proving ground — a longtime home for Los 3 de La Habana, Amaury Gutiérrez and many artists who began or refined their careers on the intimate stage formerly known as Café Nostalgia.
—Sarah Moreno
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The early access period will allow players to explore the island, refine gameplay and provide feedback ahead of the full release this summer on Steam (including Steam Deck), Xbox Series consoles, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, alongside the official launch of multiplayer mode.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
Feedback is provided by clinical partners, which helps refine teaching methods.
—Kansas City Star, 3 Feb. 2026
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
For a generation of Miami musicians, Hoy Como Ayer was a proving ground — a longtime home for Los 3 de La Habana, Amaury Gutiérrez and many artists who began or refined their careers on the intimate stage formerly known as Café Nostalgia.
—Sarah Moreno
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The early access period will allow players to explore the island, refine gameplay and provide feedback ahead of the full release this summer on Steam (including Steam Deck), Xbox Series consoles, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, alongside the official launch of multiplayer mode.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
Feedback is provided by clinical partners, which helps refine teaching methods.
—Kansas City Star, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refine
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Maye’s numbers improved somewhat in the second half but not nearly enough to prevent the Seahawks from claiming a 29-13 victory.—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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However, the ability to choose an educational environment that truly fits our child has not only improved their academic performance, but also their overall happiness and outlook on life.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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The research team aims to explore how the patches can enhance situational awareness and monitor exposure for military personnel in hazardous environments.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Items such as candle sconces and decorative milagros add a touch of sparkle and enhance the mood.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Feb. 2026
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