Examples of subtlety in a Sentence
The pianist performed with subtlety and passion.
we appreciated the subtlety with which our host indicated that it was time to leave: he volunteered to pack us a little lunch for the road
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The subtlety and mundanity of life is funny enough.
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Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 31 May 2026
Tom Morello has never exactly trafficked in subtlety.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 29 May 2026
Because the costumes are designed by a master, there are hints, cues, little ways that each young lady is able to make her inner self visible, even when it must be done subtlety to avoid the negative attention and terrifying punishments that Gilead’s leadership revels in.
—Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The astrologer adds that just like a Virgo, this style doesn't seek attention but perfection, as shown by the fact that everything has its place, every element serves a purpose, and the beauty lies in the subtlety and care behind the design.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026
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Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 31 May 2026
Tom Morello has never exactly trafficked in subtlety.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 29 May 2026
Because the costumes are designed by a master, there are hints, cues, little ways that each young lady is able to make her inner self visible, even when it must be done subtlety to avoid the negative attention and terrifying punishments that Gilead’s leadership revels in.
—Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The astrologer adds that just like a Virgo, this style doesn't seek attention but perfection, as shown by the fact that everything has its place, every element serves a purpose, and the beauty lies in the subtlety and care behind the design.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for subtlety
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“Subtlety.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/subtlety. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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subtlety
noun
sub·tle·ty
ˈsət-ᵊl-tē 
plural subtleties
1
: the quality or state of being subtle
2
: something subtle
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