subtilise

"She is borrowing my pen to fill out the form. "

"My arguments for a later curfew were based on my good grades and responsible behavior. "

"She carefully handled the delicate, lace-trimmed lingerie. "

"Three irreplaceable paintings were stolen from the gallery."

"The artist tried to subtilize the brushstrokes in her painting to create a softer, more delicate effect. "

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"The chef subtilised the rich, heavy sauce by adding lemon juice and reducing the cream, creating a lighter, more delicate flavor. "

"You need to learn to be more tolerant of difference."

"We overpowered the opposing army within a couple of hours."

"We met the new captain while we were taking enemy fire and were unable to observe the niceties of formal introductions."

"The art class focused on the subtle distinctions between different shades of blue. "

"The room is light when the Sun shines through the window."