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nuance

/ˈnju.ɑns/ noun C2
  1. A minor distinction. (countable) · hidden nuances
  2. Subtlety or fine detail. (countable, uncountable) · Understanding the basics is easy, but appreciating the nuances takes years.

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Speakers seamlessly attach these short syllables to the ends of their sentences to convey subtle nuances of mood, emphasis, or solidarity.
The Linguistic Melting Pot: Understanding Singlish, p. 1 · C1
This rigorous education in observation profoundly influenced his later literary endeavors, training him to notice the subtlest nuances in his physical and social surroundings.
The Pilot and the Pen, p. 1 · C2
Viewers today gather in digital forums to dissect plot nuances and forecast future developments, mirroring the fervent discussions of Victorian readers.
The Master of Suspense: Dickens in Installments, p. 1 · C2
Narayan eschews stylistic flamboyance in favor of a pristine, transparent English that effortlessly captures the nuances of his characters' thoughts.
The Enduring Topography of Malgudi, p. 1 · C2

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