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as in distinction
as in subtlety
They studied every nuance conveyed in the painting.
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as in sensitivity
as in insight
She had the nuance to express delicate feelings without being melodramatic.
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Recent Examples of nuance
That nuance also matters for how families approach treatment.
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Angela Haupt, Time, 11 June 2026
That nuance is the story most viral posts skip.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
And that’s depth, that’s the context and the nuance.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 10 June 2026
Firth is chilling, pushing his stern, fiercely intelligent demeanor in increasingly sinister directions and bringing nuance and gravity to the lengths Scanlon will go to fulfill his mandate, whatever the cost.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
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Angela Haupt, Time, 11 June 2026
That nuance is the story most viral posts skip.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
And that’s depth, that’s the context and the nuance.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 10 June 2026
Firth is chilling, pushing his stern, fiercely intelligent demeanor in increasingly sinister directions and bringing nuance and gravity to the lengths Scanlon will go to fulfill his mandate, whatever the cost.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for nuance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuance
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The judge’s ruling contained a caveat that Sorsby sit out the first two games of the Red Raiders’ season, a distinction that, as detailed below, the NCAA depicts as problematic in its own right.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
15 June 2026
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That distinction matters because the weeks following diagnosis or surgery often involve a series of complex decisions that can influence both treatment and long-term outcomes.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
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Still, those dealing with bouts of dryness and scalp sensitivity can find sweet moisturizing relief in the form of these hydrating shampoos.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Glamour,
11 Dec. 2025
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While most people recover from minor exposures without issue, those with milk allergies or sensitivities can experience severe reactions, which may require immediate medical attention.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
10 Dec. 2025
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His name is Angel, and such is the level of subtlety the film settles for.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
11 Dec. 2025
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No in-between colors or subtlety.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
4 Dec. 2025
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These measures can provide insights that go beyond standard tests such as fasting glucose and HbA1c, which reflects average blood glucose over the past two to three months.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
8 Dec. 2025
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This insight matters because the data shows a clear relationship between resources and reach.—
Maggie Johnson,
Fortune,
8 Dec. 2025
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“Nuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuance. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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