finer
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of finer
Special use of comparative of fine 1
Example Sentences
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If the club ultimately loses its home, the capital will still have newer clubs, finer hotels and louder restaurants.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
The researchers also simulated the equations using finer lattices than previous studies, further improving precision and reducing possible errors.
From Science Daily • May 19, 2026
About 50 aspiring Zuckerbergs gathered to network and learn the finer points of hosting, fundraising, wine pairings—and, more broadly, how to read the room.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Pedro Almodóvar didn’t know the finer points of film festival standing ovations when he first showed a movie in competition at Cannes in 1999.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
“Anpauen, Reshi,” Bast said, shaking his head as he threaded a bone needle with something thinner and finer than gut.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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