How to Use sophistication in a Sentence

sophistication

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  • All of the men who spoke with NBC News described being in awe of the sophistication of the crimes.
    — Matt Lavietes, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2024
  • This cary-all from The Row has a sense of sophistication with the mix of textures and the jewel tone colors.
    — Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2022
  • The dark red fringes add a touch of sophistication, fun, and movement, too.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2024
  • There are not many patterns that boast the level of sophistication the way the Prince of Wales check does.
    — Isiah Magsino, Town & Country, 7 Jan. 2023
  • The pair have mastered the art of low-key date-night sophistication.
    — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2022
  • In fact, the best watch boxes are smart and tasteful, adding a touch of sophistication to any room.
    — Bernd Fischer, Men's Health, 23 Nov. 2022
  • Tangy goat cheese in the frosting and a hint of cocoa and pepper in the cake add a depth and sophistication to this carrot cake.
    — Sunset Magazine, 11 Nov. 2022
  • The floral texture adds a hint of fun but the high waist brings sophistication.
    — Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2024
  • With a front pleat and high-rise cut, these Brunello pants are the picture of sophistication.
    — Town & Country, 9 Mar. 2023
  • Rent a tent for the day to add shade and sophistication, and use a few of our colorful outdoor party decor ideas to dress up the area.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2023
  • In the front, the peek-a-boo cut-out is accompanied by double o-rings for a touch of fun and sophistication.
    — Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2023
  • These are the primates that would later grow in size and sophistication, spreading all over the globe.
    — Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 21 Nov. 2023
  • The scam itself isn’t new, but the level of sophistication has evolved.
    — Tatiana Siegel, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2022
  • And that takes a lot of sophistication and planning to mitigate that and get that right.
    — David Pogue, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2024
  • The beauty looks in the streets of Paris exuded an air of trés chic sophistication during the run of fashion events for the day.
    — Stixx Mathews, Essence, 29 Sep. 2024
  • But how could the U.S. make the leap to Italian-level sophistication?
    — D. T. Max, The New Yorker, 8 Jan. 2024
  • But the cuts over the past two weeks have been more targeted and appear to show a greater level of sophistication.
    — Babak Dehghanpisheh, Washington Post, 5 Oct. 2022
  • Saffron and suede lend an extra dose of sophistication to the juice.
    — Jihan Forbes, Allure, 20 Apr. 2022
  • But dynamic sophistication isn't the be-all and end-all of cars in this segment.
    — Barry Winfield, Car and Driver, 16 Aug. 2023
  • Swap white trim for black, and voilà, a salon of sophistication.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, WSJ, 16 Mar. 2022
  • Wild mushrooms and a dash of white wine add some sophistication to this down-home comfort food.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2023
  • There’s never been a better time to embrace the sophistication of a black room.
    — Anna Fixsen, ELLE Decor, 15 Aug. 2023
  • The base is grounded with wood, moss and musk to add a bit of sophistication to an otherwise playful scent.
    — Kristin Corpuz, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 June 2022
  • Here are two homes that should be on your radar if sophistication and luxury are on your wish list.
    — Dallas News, 4 Dec. 2022
  • Its gold brass finish adds a touch of sophistication to any space, making this lamp double as a piece of decor.
    — Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024
  • Its gold brass finish adds a touch of sophistication to any space, making this lamp double as a piece of decor.
    — Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2024
  • Known for its luxe lingerie and swimwear, Eres brings the same level of sophistication to sleepwear.
    — Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2024
  • Come evening, a layer of sophistication is applied to the airy retreat as cocktails take the place of coffee cups.
    — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Therein lies the other critical element of the equation: a lack of pretense and fuss which does not forsake sophistication.
    — Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024
  • Often the trend lines in innovation point to modern sophistication, but sometimes older and simpler methods are the most effective.
    — Dina Kraft, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2024

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