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refine

Pronunciation: [rɪˈfaɪn]

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Learn how to use refine in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “improvement”

(verb) to make something better by removing mistakes or by adding small changes. Think of it like when you clean up your homework or art project to make it look nicer.

Example

She decided to refine her drawing by adding more details.

Example

He did not refine his essay, and it still had many errors.

Example

How can we refine this project to make it even better?

Context: “processing”

(verb) to remove impurities or unwanted materials from something. Like when you purify water or make sugar cleaner and nicer to eat.

Example

They use special machines to refine the oil before selling it.

Example

The factory didn't refine the metal properly, so it had many flaws.

Example

What steps do we take to refine the metal used in this car?

Context: “improvement”

(noun) the process of making something better or more perfect, often by changing small things. For example, when someone practices a lot to improve their skills.

Example

The refine of her skills in playing the piano took a lot of practice.

Example

There was no refine in his abilities, and he didn’t progress at all.

Example

What methods could help us in the refine of our teamwork?

How to pronounce refine

Pronunciation: [rɪˈfaɪn]

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