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Subtlety

usgb/ˈsʌtlti/Volume
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Easily Missed

Subtlety is often used to describe details that are easily overlooked but important for full understanding.

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The subtlety of her smile revealed her true feelings.
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Art and Literature

In art and literature, subtlety can refer to fine distinctions that require careful attention to notice.

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Critics praised the subtlety of the writer's character development.
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Emotional Nuances

Subtlety can convey complex emotions without stating them explicitly.

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His acting was full of subtlety, expressing the character's turmoil.
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