Subtle difference Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · 46-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 10, 2026 · 46-Down · 6 letters
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a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude; "without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor"; "don't argue about shades of meaning"
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