- comparative of fine.
finer
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of finer
Special use of comparative of fine 1
Example Sentences
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Coarser material settles first and forms the lower portion of a layer, while finer sediment gradually settles above it.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 24, 2026
It would also be wise to brush up on the finer points of your home insurance policy, as your coverage may have changed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
Another point gets less attention: The finer you slice-and-dice the stock market, the more concentrated it becomes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
Moving the rock through finer and finer grits is time-consuming, strenuous and not always rewarding.
From Salon ● Aug. 6, 2026
“My stitches would he finer if my needle were half as sharp as your nose,” I said.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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