Pronunciation: /fɪˈnɛs/
noun skillful handling of a situation
A1 She showed great finesse in solving the puzzle.
A2 The chef used finesse to plate the dish beautifully.
B1 His finesse on the basketball court impressed the scouts.
B2 The artist's finesse in blending colors created a stunning masterpiece.
C1 The diplomat handled the delicate negotiations with finesse.
C2 The musician's finesse on the piano was unparalleled.
verb to handle or deal with something in a skillful or delicate way
A1 She finesse her way through the crowded room.
A2 He finesse his presentation to impress the clients.
B1 The chef finesse the dish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
B2 She finesse her negotiation skills to secure a better deal.
C1 The artist finesse every brushstroke to create a masterpiece.
C2 He finesse his performance with precision and grace.
formal She executed the task with great finesse, paying attention to every detail.
informal He managed to finesse his way out of a tricky situation.
slang She's got mad finesse when it comes to handling difficult customers.
figurative The artist painted with finesse, creating a masterpiece that captured the essence of the subject.
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