1
as in improvement
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
the recent refinements in this area of medical technology
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2
as in accomplishment
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
had a sense of refinement that her small hometown couldn't satisfy, so she moved to New York City to be closer to great museums and concert halls
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as in elegance
dignified or restrained beauty of form, appearance, or style
although she can afford all the jewelry that money can buy, she dresses with the gentle refinement that only taste can bestow
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Recent Examples of refinement
After years of research and constant refinement, FindR’s first iteration was made, quickly attracting thousands of customers with its vibrant colors, various sizes, and a community united by kindness.
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Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
After years of refinement, Apple Maps is pretty good now.
—Justin Pot, WIRED, 21 Jan. 2025
Elevated 200 meters above sea level, these ultra-luxury apartments provide unparalleled breathtaking views of both the city and the sea, set within a world of exclusive refinement.
—Perennial Holdings Contributor, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
This is a year of refinement and stripping away excess to focus on what truly sustains you.
—Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Jan. 2025
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Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
After years of refinement, Apple Maps is pretty good now.
—Justin Pot, WIRED, 21 Jan. 2025
Elevated 200 meters above sea level, these ultra-luxury apartments provide unparalleled breathtaking views of both the city and the sea, set within a world of exclusive refinement.
—Perennial Holdings Contributor, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
This is a year of refinement and stripping away excess to focus on what truly sustains you.
—Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for refinement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refinement
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But there is still room for improvement, and the challenges that the league has faced in some markets are also bound to inform decisions on potential expansion — which is not guaranteed, but could come as soon as next season.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes,
8 Feb. 2025
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But after having the same tired argument over and over again with no improvements to show for it, Amy decided to call it quits with a text.—
Julia Ries,
SELF,
7 Feb. 2025
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Augustine suggests creating a longer base resume that lists every skill, accomplishment and added value.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Wu’s campaign released a video Wednesday, a day after Kraft’s formal announcement, that boasts her first-term accomplishments.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
9 Feb. 2025
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The delicate ruffle details add just the right amount of elegance to the one-piece, while the lace-up back ensures a perfect fit.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Feb. 2025
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In the fall of 2023, the property introduced a new way to experience the property’s elegance with an East-meets-West afternoon tea.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2025
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Among those that Reader's Digest lists, for example, include going with the flow of the home and coaching children in advance.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Robbins wrote his books in longhand on legal pads, producing only a couple of pages a day and with nothing plotted in advance.—
Bill Trott,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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King, kaiser, czar, empire, democracy, European civilization, national honor—the reasons, in hindsight, make no sense.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2025
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An Indian state leader is offering $1 million to anyone who can decipher an ancient script from the Indus Valley Bronze Age civilization.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
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Martin has worked with five NFL teams and just finished his fourth season in Detroit as the director of scouting advancement.—
Pete Sampson,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Lamar often shows respect and admiration to Hispanic culture; Lamar collaborated with designer Willy Chavarria for his line of clothes for the Super Bowl.—
Jason Jones,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, Borealis will sail through Spain and Portugal, blending Iberian culture with this astronomical spectacle.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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No one does anything in these paintings except turn their back on the viewer and stare forlornly at the world in all its sublime majesty, which Friedrich suggests is a mirror for the world within.—
Jerry Saltz,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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His every soaring note was an homage to their majesty.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Refinement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refinement. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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