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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
This is compounded by the fact that at the center of the black hole lies a singularity, at which point all our laws of physics break down, making gibberish of even our most nuanced and profound achievements in physics.
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Federal and state regulators use them to get a more nuanced look at the financial management and governance of an organization, including information about financial controls and compliance with government grant programs.
—Andrea Suozzo, ProPublica, 23 Dec. 2024
Barrel's character is evident, but the cane flavors still shine and are delicious all around: rich, nuanced, and a real treat.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Even so, the series received praise for its nuanced depiction of a trans character.
—James Factora, Them, 18 Dec. 2024
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Federal and state regulators use them to get a more nuanced look at the financial management and governance of an organization, including information about financial controls and compliance with government grant programs.
—Andrea Suozzo, ProPublica, 23 Dec. 2024
Barrel's character is evident, but the cane flavors still shine and are delicious all around: rich, nuanced, and a real treat.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Even so, the series received praise for its nuanced depiction of a trans character.
—James Factora, Them, 18 Dec. 2024
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Picture red tuna fish caught that morning cooked in a subtle mix of local spices and topped over fresh linguine or meatier cuts of fish served like steak with fresh vegetables plucked from nearby farms.Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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But planet-scale warming is probably affecting weather basically every day, even if the impacts are subtle.Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 13 Jan. 2025
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Drawing inspiration from set designs and photos, the team was supported by SAP Lighting and Out The Box by Anastasia Design’s exquisite floral arrangements.Okla Jones, Essence, 31 Dec. 2024
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Paris is a chocolate lover's paradise, offering an array of exquisite locations to indulge in some of the world’s finest chocolates.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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And all of these are formulated in a way that is gentle enough not to aggravate the delicate skin around your neck.Funmi Fetto, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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Juniper is present but balanced with rooty and slightly floral notes, followed by a creamy mouthfeel and a delicate spice finish.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Because while SteamOS provides that smooth, responsive, and elegant experience on Steam Deck, Bazzite currently brings it to many other devices.Jason Evangelho, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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The style was elegant and practical, sans any pesky heel height.Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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The gold coloring on the leaves can be striking and offers a nice splash of color on the seemingly endless sea of green that comprises the rest of the low-maintenance houseplant category.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
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There aren't endless options to choose from, which is nice because subscriptions like these can sometimes be a lot to manage.Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Nuanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuanced. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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