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
Made from non-food-grade maize, the material was developed in 2018 at Germany's University of Göttingen and has been continually refined in the years since.
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New Atlas, 12 July 2025
Ware has spent the first few months of his first full NBA offseason working to refine various areas of his game and adding new elements to his skill set.
—Miami Herald, 10 July 2025
Two or three years into the process, the team started to watch the latest four hour assemblies in Folley’s apartment and use weekly edit sessions to refine it.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 9 July 2025
Glen Grant debuts a 30-year-old single malt — a rich, refined standout in its Glasshouse Collection and a testament to three decades of masterful aging.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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New Atlas, 12 July 2025
Ware has spent the first few months of his first full NBA offseason working to refine various areas of his game and adding new elements to his skill set.
—Miami Herald, 10 July 2025
Two or three years into the process, the team started to watch the latest four hour assemblies in Folley’s apartment and use weekly edit sessions to refine it.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 9 July 2025
Glen Grant debuts a 30-year-old single malt — a rich, refined standout in its Glasshouse Collection and a testament to three decades of masterful aging.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Observe and report to armed security Scott Keller, who in December took on the role of the Plaza’s general manager, said the new ownership group began working to improve security soon after the Plaza was purchased.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 July 2025
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Ramsay lamented the lack of a clean sheet and cited a few decision-making errors at various points in the contest that need to improve as the Loons continue their evolution, but couldn’t deny the general quality of play from his club.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 July 2025
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But with a smart approach, mirrors can truly enhance a space.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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“Refine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refine. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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