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as in dusty
consisting of very small particles
the fine sand found on the island's beaches
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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
the fine distinction between bravery and recklessness
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as in thin
being of less than usual width
use a fine line for the outline of the facial features you intend to carve into the pumpkin
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as in OK
being to one's liking
that arrangement is fine with me
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as in pure
free from added matter
that silver is .9600 fine
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as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
making the final fine adjustments on the car's GPS
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the wine steward declared that the complaint of corkiness was unjustified and that the wine was fine
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as in small
of a size that is less than average
read the fine print
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a fine performance of a classic ballet
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as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
savored every morsel of the restaurant's fine cuisine
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as in sensitive
able to sense slight impressions or differences
hearing so fine that it can seemingly hear the tiniest twig snap
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as in handsome
having or showing elegance
a fine old structure in the city's historic district
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as in penalty
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment
a $50 fine for speeding
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as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
the police will fine you for driving with one headlight out
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as in to filter
to remove usually visible impurities from
the use of egg shells to fine wine
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as in good
in a satisfactory way
you did just fine on the stress test
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Recent Examples of fine
Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 14 June 2026
This story is from an installment of The Oeno Files, our weekly insider newsletter to the world of fine wine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 14 June 2026
Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 15 June 2026
The money from fines collected will be deposited into the Special Transportation Fund.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026
Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
In February, Hawkins was fined $1,000 after pleading guilty in White County Circuit Court to misdemeanor counts of endangering the welfare of a minor and domestic battery.
—John Lynch, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Rincones says that the woman is doing fine.
—Darius Johnson, CBS News, 15 June 2026
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Adjective
McCullar’s finest game of the 2025-26 season was a 14-point, two-rebound, two-steal outing against Charlotte on April 12 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 14 June 2026
This story is from an installment of The Oeno Files, our weekly insider newsletter to the world of fine wine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 14 June 2026
Noun
City officials say inspectors are monitoring vendors throughout the sales period and remind residents that violations can carry serious consequences, including fines and/or jail time.
—Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 15 June 2026
The money from fines collected will be deposited into the Special Transportation Fund.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026
Verb
Last week, officials with the California’s Fair Political Practices Commission determined that 36 donations that Newsom solicited to the California Fire Foundation weren’t reported in a timely fashion and fined him $31,500.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
In February, Hawkins was fined $1,000 after pleading guilty in White County Circuit Court to misdemeanor counts of endangering the welfare of a minor and domestic battery.
—John Lynch, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026
Adverb
Light, medium, or dark roasts all work fine for espresso; just keep in mind that the lighter the roast, the more acidic the finished product.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Rincones says that the woman is doing fine.
—Darius Johnson, CBS News, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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SpaceX's headquarters in Starbase, Texas, which sits at the state's southern tip in the Rio Grande Valley, emerges almost unexpectedly after miles of long, dusty dirt roads.—
Maya Blackstone,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The nose on my sample kicked off with some dusty funk, espresso, and dark chocolate.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Star power takes a neutral cat-eye base and turns it into a subtle statement moment.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
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Where their Florida style is bold and flamboyant, the ranch is subtle and defined by a rich, earthy palette.—
Elizabeth Kiefer,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
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Specifically saying these white, thin, traditionally feminine bodies are not just aspirational but symbols of morality, tradition, purity.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
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This game isn't in Las Vegas, this is in Sacramento, so the thin air that carried the ball out of the park the past few days is not a factor.—
David Troy OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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If people were okay with that, 50 isn’t far off.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
18 June 2026
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There’s no denying their performance of those engines, okay?—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
17 June 2026
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The signature smart bed lifts at the head so guests can prop up and watch television, a feature born of pure necessity.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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At its purest level, football’s appeal lies in its universality.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
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Prices and availability are accurate as of the time of publication and are subject to change without notice.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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Assuming current forecasts are accurate, the beast currently forming over the Pacific Ocean could do much more than tweak rainfall patterns.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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However, when the Missouri State Tax Commission ruled in 2024 that the 15%-plus value increases were unlawful without adequate notice, the firm sought a second chance to sue.—
Ilana Arougheti
June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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The fact that these issues have been front and center for so long without resolution implies that another 60 days will not be adequate to reach agreement.—
Michael Lynch,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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After selling baklava at the Stock Show, the Unlus rented their first resraurant space in a small Eighth Avenue food hall.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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The Virgo moon asks you to focus on the small tasks.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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