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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
Many new startups have begun building custom hardware — cameras and bodysuits — to capture nuances of human movement, pressure, depth of touch and human pose reconstruction for their datasets.
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Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The nuances of Jones’ stake in Jackson’s catalog also didn’t provide any particular complications to the deal, Clarke says, and the Jackson estate wasn’t involved in the deal.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2026
The paradox that the lush and peaceful surroundings also harbored the violent history of enslavement offered visiting artists further nuance for contemplation.
—Amy Paige Condon, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
His clarification underscored the nuance at the heart of his question.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
The nuances of Jones’ stake in Jackson’s catalog also didn’t provide any particular complications to the deal, Clarke says, and the Jackson estate wasn’t involved in the deal.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2026
The paradox that the lush and peaceful surroundings also harbored the violent history of enslavement offered visiting artists further nuance for contemplation.
—Amy Paige Condon, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
His clarification underscored the nuance at the heart of his question.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuance
Noun
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The pubs worth knowing now O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub in downtown San Jose has built its reputation around soccer watch parties, and that distinction matters.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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That distinction sits at the heart of the scientific debate surrounding the company’s work.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This form of beta-casein allegedly makes milk easier to digest for those with lactose sensitivities and makes for richer-tasting than milk with the protein’s A1 variety.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Last August, sandwiched uneasily between thousands in Grant Park, when Sabrina Carpenter invited out Earth, Wind and Fire, and Lollapalooza erupted in surprise, my internal sensitivity switch flipped and, again, tears.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The earthy subtlety of the beet puree complements the mushrooms, and the crunchy leeks add texture.—
Barbara Ellis,
Denver Post,
9 Mar. 2026
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My approach balances practicality with subtlety, choosing travel essentials that protect without advertising your valuables.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Follow your interest, then translate insight into action by choosing a useful resource and mapping clear steps with someone who’s already traveled this path.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Gainer has argued her expertise from her outside job gives her valuable insight for her county job.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Nuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuance. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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