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subtly

[suht-l-lee, suht-lee] / ˈsʌt l li, ˈsʌt li /




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He also tried to subtly rebut concerns among those who had watched the debate and were appalled by Graham’s gaffe.

From Slate ● Aug. 25, 2026

Vance took a subtly centrist tone in his speech, evoking his blue-collar upbringing while avoiding much of the harsh rhetoric that has made Trump so divisive.

From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026

The tablet setup was designed to subtly influence how each person sat.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 5, 2026

Replace some of the water in your focaccia dough with olive brine and you’ll end up with bread that’s subtly seasoned from the inside out.

From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026

Anna’s motto is “Apply makeup subtly and carry a big purse. ” surveillance.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner




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