subtly

Example Sentences

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It was a message Wiegman made subtly before the match - that England needed to be ruthless.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

All of these are subtly adjusted by how the layers are rotated relative to one another.

From Science Daily • Mar. 2, 2026

Caroline Shaw composed the haunting original music that subtly becomes part of the dramatic weather.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

The deterioration began subtly with a doji in September, though the earlier bearish engulfing candle in July should have had investors on defense following a staggering 737% advance from May 2022 through June 2025.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

The guards are changing configuration subtly, perhaps preparing to escort Eldred out of the palace.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black