How to Use refined in a Sentence

refined

adjective
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  • He has very refined manners.
  • She has become more refined in her painting technique.
  • Pro tip: Frame those posters and flags for a more refined feel that still puts them in the spotlight.
    — Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 19 July 2023
  • This is a car that makes a Koenigsegg One:1 seem refined and subdued.
    — Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 6 Mar. 2023
  • Light Twill is a refined blend of combed cashmere and Schappe silk.
    — Andrea Onate, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
  • Meanwhile, the brow gel has a non-flaky finish that will hold the hairs in place for a more refined look.
    — Essence, 9 Oct. 2023
  • In contrast to whole grains, refined grains have one or more of the three parts of the kernel removed.
    — Health Editorial Team, Health, 8 May 2023
  • The dining room is a refined setting and the centrepiece of the château.
    — Kevin Rozario, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
  • All of the options are dairy-free, non-GMO and free from refined sugars.
    — Good Housekeeping, 15 Sep. 2022
  • Plus, the new Jet Black aluminum case paired with a sleek black sport band gives it a refined, sporty look.
    — Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
  • In contrast, the slick, wet look is seen as a bit more refined and on-trend, fashion-wise.
    — Photo: Christian Vierig/getty Images., refinery29.com, 2 Mar. 2022
  • The third-largest exporter of refined products in the world is India, at 7.7%.
    — Kyle Isakower, WSJ, 27 July 2022
  • The target has become more refined but that’s always the case.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 18 Jan. 2024
  • Yet the prim-and-proper touches of Johnson’s dress made the look more refined.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 June 2024
  • The plan Saturday is to show an even more refined skill set.
    — Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2022
  • Whole grains have more fiber and protein than refined grains.
    — Health Editorial Team, Health, 9 June 2024
  • In fact, sticking to mostly wool will retain the shape of the suit longer and provide a more refined look.
    — Brad Lanphear, Men's Health, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Think of the barrel jean as the wide-leg jean’s slightly refined sister.
    — Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2024
  • Available in refined neutrals of gray, black, and blue, the storage bags come in a set of three for $17 or a set of six for $32.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, PEOPLE.com, 23 Apr. 2022
  • The vibe: The Inn is an extension of the modern, lush but refined restaurant space.
    — Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 25 July 2024
  • Their food is free from gluten, dairy, refined sugars, soy, GMOs or gums.
    — Gabi De La Rosa, Chron, 8 Apr. 2023
  • For brunch in bed For the fabulous host, caviar is such a refined gift to add a special flare to a night with guests.
    — Kelly Wearstler, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2024
  • Inspired by the elegance of Princess Grace of Monaco, the decor is very refined.
    — Cécilia Pelloux, Forbes, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Choose foods with mostly whole grains rather than refined grains.
    — Linda Carroll, NBC News, 27 Apr. 2023
  • Emu oil is made from the refined fat of emus, which are large flightless birds that are native to Australia.
    — Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2024
  • But those tweaks are at the expense of coherence and the work’s refined lyricism.
    — Peter Marks, Washington Post, 22 July 2022
  • Mix refined, white sugar and water in a 1:4 ratio, boil it and cool it, and put it out for the birds in feeder.
    — Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024
  • Indeed, knee-high boots are a refined essential for the months ahead.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2023
  • Sotheby’s next sale in Saudi Arabia will be more refined.
    — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 10 Feb. 2025
  • As Cyrus continues, she’s pulled away from the pop machine into something a little more refined and casual — someone who will stop by the party for an hour, but won’t stay till the very end.
    — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2025

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