- comparative of fine.
finer
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of finer
Special use of comparative of fine 1
Example Sentences
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“Higher capacity is required for complex transactions like contracts, which require not just grasping the immediate exchange, but also comprehending finer details, consequences and the broader context.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
Newcastle and Arsenal have been discussing the finer terms of the deal this week with a final agreement now considered a formality.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Quite a few religions were considered cults in the beginning, Christianity among them, so it does make some sense not to wade too deeply into the finer distinctions.
From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026
The company has already secured orders for a new version of Digit that it is developing, which should have finer dexterity to move smaller objects and incorporate higher safety standards, according to Johnson.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
“There wasn’t a finer teacher than Miss Rice.”
From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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