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finesse

[fi-ness] / fɪˈnɛss /




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The center, to the chagrin of many in the NBA, has long been known more for his finesse touch shots than physical play.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

We've picked power hitters in finesse type conditions.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

In their briefings, government lawyers finesse a sanitized version into a clean narrative of law-abiding responsibility.

From Slate • Feb. 18, 2026

Now Paul Weiss has an Epstein issue to finesse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

It was a courageous act, and one that called for much finesse and force of will on Spassky’s part.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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