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finely

[fahyn-lee] / ˈfaɪn li /




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Positioning risks within the Nasdaq and Russell are more finely balanced, reflecting a less extensive short base and more neutral aggregate exposure, according to Chew.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

In many cases, the bones retained their original structure and finely detailed surfaces.

From Science Daily Aug. 4, 2026

Two-tenths of a percent is a rounding error on a rounding error, and I wouldn’t bet against a stadium full of Iraqis and Norwegians sorting one another more finely to clear it.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Finish with finely grated lemon zest and a confetti of chopped chives.

From Salon Jul. 20, 2026

She saw rows and rows of finely dressed people kneeling with their heads on the ground in front of the king.

From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin




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