close-grained

adjective

Definition of close-grainednext
as in comminuted

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for close-grained
  1. ground
  2. pulverized
  3. micronized
  4. reduced
  5. mulled
  6. velvety
  7. smooth
  8. refined
Adjective
  • As Russia’s ground offensive stalls, European officials warn the air war is growing more ruthless while Ukraine hits Russia’s Ust-Luga oil port and India’s leader presses publicly for an end to fighting.
    — Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The OutIn takes both pre-ground coffee and Nespresso’s original pods.
    — Cassie Gill, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of ground
Adjective
  • The fox was both here in this world with the nightingale and the pulverized worm, and also in a narrow pocket just behind it.
    — Hazlitt, Hazlitt, 19 Nov. 2025
Definition of pulverized
Adjective
  • Vitamin E and rice starch help absorb excess oil, while the micronized texture allows the powder to sit more evenly on skin for a matte finish that looks refined rather than heavy or powdery.
    — Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 25 June 2026
  • Mineral filters, on the other hand, are suspended particles that can sometimes leave a cast or alter foundation shades, though nano or micronized versions tend to sit more smoothly.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 May 2026
Definition of micronized
Adjective
  • Smaller packs, demanding conditions Nyobolt’s high-power battery technology combines rapid charging with a design focused on cycle life and reduced system weight.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Cleaning rooms less frequently can also help hotels reduce labor expenses, although reduced housekeeping has raised concerns among workers about heavier workloads and the impact on guests.
    — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of reduced
Adjective
  • For a batch of mulled cider big enough to serve at Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving, The Kitchn recommends adding apple cider, orange slices, ginger, cinnamon sticks and whole cloves to a slow cooker.
    — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
  • From mulled wine at Christmas to hot cross buns at Easter, nutmeg has become an essential spice in Europe.
    — H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 14 May 2026
Definition of mulled
Adjective
  • The dress featured contrasting fabric at the neckline and hips, with a velvety material set against the chiffon-like fabric used throughout he rest of the dress.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The trending chill pill design pairs velvety matte finishes with luminous cat-eye accents, with each nail getting its own dose of seasonal color.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of velvety
Adjective
  • Court challenges meant this process wasn't always smooth, but the results speak from themselves.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026
  • If Waldron, who currently serves as Goldman president and chief operating officer, takes over as CEO, Solomon would likely remain as executive chairman for a period of time, an arrangement designed to engineer a smooth handoff.
    — Hugh Son,Laya Neelakandan,Leslie Picker,Ritika Shah, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of smooth
Adjective
  • There’s no evidence that the trace amounts of these compounds that could be found in the ultra-refined mineral oil used in cosmetics is unsafe.
    — Tracy Middleton, Allure, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Luminous skin with refined texture and the softness of an orchid petal.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of refined
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