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fineness

[fahyn-nis] / ˈfaɪn nɪs /
NOUN
excellence
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Actually, the fineness of the design is probably best appreciated at night, with its full plumage of illumination switched on.

From The Wall Street Journal May 16, 2026

Any coin issued under the laws of any state or any gold, silver, platinum or palladium bullion of a certain fineness, if a trustee keeps physical possession of it, are not included.

From MarketWatch Nov. 25, 2025

The fineness yields tender baked goods with a moist, airy crumb—perfect for delicate sponges and pillowy cookies, like snickerdoodles.

From Salon Jun. 30, 2022

The deceptive nature of her fineness was right there in the name.

From New York Times Jan. 29, 2021

Lyra tried to pinch the edges together after they went through, but her fingers couldn’t find it at all; nor could the spies, despite the fineness of their hands.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman




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