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as in dusty
consisting of very small particles the fine sand found on the island's beaches
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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy the fine distinction between bravery and recklessness
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as in thin
being of less than usual width use a fine line for the outline of the facial features you intend to carve into the pumpkin
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as in OK
being to one's liking that arrangement is fine with me
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as in pure
free from added matter that silver is .9600 fine
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as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy making the final fine adjustments on the car's GPS
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards the wine steward declared that the complaint of corkiness was unjustified and that the wine was fine
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as in small
of a size that is less than average read the fine print
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as in excellent
of the very best kind a fine performance of a classic ballet
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as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste savored every morsel of the restaurant's fine cuisine
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as in sensitive
able to sense slight impressions or differences hearing so fine that it can seemingly hear the tiniest twig snap
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as in handsome
having or showing elegance a fine old structure in the city's historic district
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as in penalty
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment a $50 fine for speeding
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as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty the police will fine you for driving with one headlight out
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as in to filter
to remove usually visible impurities from the use of egg shells to fine wine
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as in good
in a satisfactory way you did just fine on the stress test
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Recent Examples of fine
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2026 That works just fine for Jowell. —Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Apr. 2026
Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026 In February, Musk’s platform appealed a $140 million fine imposed by the EU for violating the Digital Services Act, setting the stage for a landmark legal battle that could shape how online platforms are regulated across Europe. —Sophie Brams, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2026
Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026 Last year four men were fined 1 million shillings each for trying to traffic thousands of ants. —Reuters, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Apr. 2026 This one’s easy to put off — if the system ran fine last summer, why bother? —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fine
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It has been described by the National Register of Historic Places as likely the largest and finest private residence ever constructed in the state. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2026 That works just fine for Jowell. —Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Apr. 2026
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In 2018, his assets were seized in connection with an unpaid environmental fine related to the construction of the Instituto Ronaldinho Gaúcho, ESPN reported. —Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026 In February, Musk’s platform appealed a $140 million fine imposed by the EU for violating the Digital Services Act, setting the stage for a landmark legal battle that could shape how online platforms are regulated across Europe. —Sophie Brams, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2026
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Ball was also fined an additional $25,000 for using profane language during a live postgame television interview. —Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026 Last year four men were fined 1 million shillings each for trying to traffic thousands of ants. —Reuters, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
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Even the coarsest topsoil, something that would be magical in a vegetable garden, is way to fine-grained to adequately drain if used in a container. —Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Apr. 2026 This one’s easy to put off — if the system ran fine last summer, why bother? —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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Robert Pattinson jumped on the dusty-pink trend, strapping on a Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre Chronograph Moon with a copper-colored dial for the New York premiere of The Drama.— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
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Across the river in Mexico, men hawk rides in their dusty pick-ups, on horseback or by donkey, to take tourists three-quarters of a mile up a dirt road.— Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
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And according to therapists, that distinction can be subtle but significant, often showing up in patterns that feel normal on the surface but are actually rooted in the need to feel chosen rather than the desire to truly know someone.— Hana Hong, SELF, 22 Apr. 2026
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The final drink had a subtle floral note with a hint of cinnamon that reminded me of horchata.— Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
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Every few years, replenish spots that look thin and get a lot of traffic.— Elizabeth Jardina, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
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The handles are weighted and ergonomic without being bulky, and the heads are thin enough to actually get under food—like a delicate omelet—which is a genuine problem with thicker silicone spatulas.— Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
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So having that conversation with your older material is okay.— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
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That remembrance of that person also has to wake up, go about their day-to-day life and be okay.— Adelle Platon, VIBE.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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My reaction was pure confusion, sarcasm, and not ill-intended.— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Apr. 2026
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Sitting at a baby grand piano, Mars prompted swoons with his delivery of the lyrics, his pure voice holding notes with the same muscularity as early in the show.— Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
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That workflow provides doctors with more accurate answers that summarize and link to important papers and guidelines.— Michal Ruprecht, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
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Mendoza is accurate with the football and can make every throw on the field.— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
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Several viable sites were dismissed prematurely or without adequate analysis.— Charles Rilli, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
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Prolonged blackouts have draped the island and hospitals struggle with providing adequate care.— Rick Jervis, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
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It was found [that] the actual tumor was pretty small.— Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
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Then, the family says two others broke through a small window, manhandled their dogs and stole priceless mementos handed down through their family over generations, along with the cash.— Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
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