How to Use refined in a Sentence

refined

adjective

• 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
• 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
• All of the options are dairy-free, non-GMO and free from refined sugars.
  — Good Housekeeping, 15 Sep. 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• But that’s a small trade-off for such a cool, refined, and substantial design.
  — Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2024
• There's a bit of a refined technique to the application, too.
  — Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 3 Jan. 2023
• Vending machine snacks just got a refined boost in Philly.
  — Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2024
• Cool suits, refined dresses, and even some hot new sportswear pieces, too.
  — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 July 2024
• Along with those two flavors of ice cream, a coaching staff will complete the Neapolitan with a more refined mix.
  — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Feb. 2024
• This option is made with coconut oil and is free from soy, dairy and refined sugar.
  — Stefani Sassos, M.s., R.d.n., C.s.o., C.d.n., Good Housekeeping, 30 Nov. 2022
• Try a refined version of the going-out top for yourself, courtesy of Róhe.
  — Vogue Shopping Editors, Vogue, 2 Aug. 2024
• And now it can all be enjoyed in a beautiful restaurant over a refined fine-dining meal.
  — William O'Connor, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024
• The taste of French sorrel (Rumen scutatus) is slightly more refined.
  — Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 17 Oct. 2024

Last Updated: 15 Nov 2024