finely
Example Sentences
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Mr. Llamazares’s writing is finely observational and often delicate: “My submachine-gun leaves a shadow of death on the ground like an elongated ear of wheat,” Ángel notices.
The report says it was "a finely balanced decision" and that allowing the resort would bring economic benefits to the area.
From BBC
That sums up how finely the takeover battle is poised heading into a crunch week.
From Barron's
Now make the briny engine: chop green olives very finely, almost relish-like, and do the same with artichoke hearts: small, but not paste.
From Salon
Figure skaters rely on their blades being finely tuned so that they can execute ultra-precise moves, and medal podiums are usually covered in rubber to protect the edges from damage.
From Barron's
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