Synonyms of fine
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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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2
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 okay
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
Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2025
The only downside is the 60Hz refresh rate, which is absolutely fine for most streaming video and console gaming.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 27 Jan. 2025
Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
The pair has had to pay $475 million in penalties and fines to the U.S. and British governments, prosecutors said.
—Shayla Colon, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
On Thursday, the agency said a cleaning contractor, QSI LLC, was fined $400,000 after investigators uncovered that children were working overnight sanitation shifts at meatpacking plants across eight states.
—Minnah Arshad, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2025
Under normal circumstances, the water system in the area would have continued functioning just fine.
—Mike Baker, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Most towels that are ready to be tossed are perfectly fine with the exception of some color fading or minimal wear and tear.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2025
The only downside is the 60Hz refresh rate, which is absolutely fine for most streaming video and console gaming.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 27 Jan. 2025
Noun
Larger fines and longer prison sentences are possible depending on injury or death.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
The pair has had to pay $475 million in penalties and fines to the U.S. and British governments, prosecutors said.
—Shayla Colon, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
Verb
The state’s Executive Ethics Commission fined Bender $100,000 for the violation.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
On Thursday, the agency said a cleaning contractor, QSI LLC, was fined $400,000 after investigators uncovered that children were working overnight sanitation shifts at meatpacking plants across eight states.
—Minnah Arshad, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Adverb
By Hannah Jackson January 14, 2025 Lia Toby/Getty Images
Once upon a time Timothée Chalamet dressed so fine.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2025
Under normal circumstances, the water system in the area would have continued functioning just fine.
—Mike Baker, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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Still, there are some who firmly believe that the best Herradura tequila can be found in the dusty bottles that were produced before the turn of the century.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 Jan. 2025
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Poor Ventilation Along with the increase in moisture and humidity, another leading cause for a dusty bathroom is poor ventilation.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
28 Jan. 2025
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The quiet luxury aesthetic requires a bit more effort than its name suggests: This trend in decor—particularly with paint colors—is all about giving off subtle sophistication.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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For those who don’t mesh with the plum tones of Black Honey can shop Clinique Pink Honey instead, which offers the same sheer wash of color in an even more subtle pink tone.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Mother Nature removes this thin coating of cement/lime paste over time, exposing the sand color to your eyes.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
25 Jan. 2025
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What to order: Your mileage my vary depending on your preferences, but why not start with the New York Original thin crust pizza for $16.95?—
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Jan. 2025
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Our second most-clicked cleaning story of the year focuses on restoring silver jewelry, and the difference between sterling silver and pure silver.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Jan. 2025
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This design was first launched in yellow gold with a silver dial, and this configuration remains the purest expression of the asymmetrical concept.—
Blake Buettner,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
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Reports that Rihanna would be in attendance for her partner, A$AP Rocky’s, criminal trial have proven themselves accurate, as court reporter Meghann Cuniff has revealed that the singer is, indeed, in the courtroom gallery, seated beside family members.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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While the eruption poses no danger to humans, an accurate prediction could put researchers closer to accurately being able to forecast volcanic eruptions, according to researchers.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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That limit is adequate for the average or median case, but that leaves a lot of instances when a person’s liability exceeds the standard liability limit.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes,
27 Jan. 2025
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This case began when a city in Oregon did not have adequate homeless shelters, leading to an overflow of homeless people on the streets.—
Leah Goodridge,
TIME,
27 Jan. 2025
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The photo showed small patches of raw, bloody skin on the knuckles of his index, middle and ring fingers on his left hand.—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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Bad decisions — the kind that can be, if not reversed, at least remedied — are an essential part of adolescence: lapses that teach us about our desires, our impulses, our weaknesses, our essential character, and leave us with no greater damage than a throbbing hangover or a small, smudgy tattoo.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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Just what is an excellent choice to protect your Mac?—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
24 Jan. 2025
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Both teams are excellent at converting third downs.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.
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