finesse

Example Sentences

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

From Slate • Feb. 18, 2026

Brooks points out that one way high-tech promoters finesse their exaggerated promises is through subtle redefinition.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2026

Winter salads demand a little more finesse than their warm-weather counterparts, but the effort is worth it.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025

And though excitement in the concert hall should not be underrated, finesse has merits, too.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 20, 2025

He was looking for finesse but I came after him with muscle.

From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers