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: free from impurities
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She has become more refined in her painting technique.
He has very refined manners.
refined and elegant works of art
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George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 10 Feb. 2025
These shades offer a bold yet refined look, further enhanced by metallic touches, such as shiny bronze or distressed finishes, that pop against the dark backdrop.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2025
The Testarossa was followed by the more refined 512 TR, of which fewer than 2,300 were produced.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025
Sabine offers customizable nonalcoholic (NA) gin and tonics along with non-alcoholic sparkling wine in white or rosé for a refined sip.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 6 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for refined
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“Refined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refined. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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