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as in smallness
the quality or state of being little in size
the fineness of the grains of sand enhances the appeal of the beach
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as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
the fineness of the telescope's lens and mirror
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as in exquisiteness
the state or quality of having a delicate structure
the fineness of the cat's bones
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as in elegance
dignified or restrained beauty of form, appearance, or style
there's a fineness to the jewelry designs of Fabergé that elevates them to the level of decorative art
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Its relative smallness, however, prevents the initiation of the nuclear processes that could have turned it into a full-fledged star.—
Joe Rao, Space.com, 7 Jan. 2026
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Compared to his siblings, Tusche was this tiny, delicate bundle and that smallness was the very first thing that caught my heart.—
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ChatGPT may be a helpful tool to answer questions about complex subjects, but users should verify the accuracy of that information before submitting it to the California labor board.—
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Sunday, Maye was throwing on time, if not always with accuracy.—
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Designed with a flat pocket, zip pocket, and even a key holder, this crossbody keeps all your travel necessities neatly organized without sacrificing elegance.—
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While Johansson's ensemble channeled simple elegance, her beauty look brought more casual ease.—
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Data centres and automation are raising requirements for power, connectivity, and operational precision.—
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Players use it for precision drills and reaction training.—
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The theocracy of the ayatollahs has been exposed in all its fragility.—
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And at the time that this sign was built, this fragility illustrated everything.—
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Want to capture the majesty of the night sky for yourself?—
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By turns greeting visitors and barring their entry to the museum, the performers animated the building while desacralizing the quasi-religious majesty and vaulted proportions of Mies’s design.—
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And perfection was never my thing.—
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California has never been about perfection.—
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Long Names for Girls Often drawing from Italian, Latin, Greek, and more, these romantic-sounding long names evoke feelings of refinement and poise.—
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The judging panel, which this year included actor Emma Watson, commended the property for capturing the spirit of Beijing through its blends of traditional Hutong architecture and modern refinement.—
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“Fineness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fineness. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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