granularity
Britishnoun
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the state or quality of being grainy or granular
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the state or quality of being composed of many individual pieces or elements
Example Sentences
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“While impossible to have precise granularity that far out, it does seem obvious to us that extended lead times and global semiconductor shortages will lead to growth in the next three years,” Muse wrote.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
Foley investigated vehicle use during his first stint as auditor, from 2007 to 2015, but it lacked granularity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
That’s where we feel like there’s too much granularity.
From Barron's • Oct. 10, 2025
Beyond the granularity of Lahiri’s storytelling, it’s her sheer command that’s endured, rich in sound, taste and melancholy.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2025
The acid of the tomato destroys the granularity of the sugar.
From Candy-Making Revolutionized Confectionery from Vegetables by Hall, Mary Elizabeth
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