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The artful dance of "finesse" and "grace"

Reviewed and edited by

Lloyd Cooper 30/10/2024, 23:19

English.me team member

Finesse and grace. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "finesse" and "grace" can describe a quality of smoothness and elegance in the way someone performs an action.

What is different?

"Finesse" often implies skillful handling or maneuvering in a complex situation, while "grace" usually refers to smooth, elegant movement or expression. "Grace" can also have a religious or moral connotation of divine favor, which "finesse" does not.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for finesse) and grace

Examples of usage

Finesse

She handled the negotiation with great finesse.
The politician navigated the crisis with remarkable finesse.
He played the piano piece with such finesse that the audience was captivated.

Grace

She moved with the grace of a ballet dancer.
His speech was delivered with great grace and humility.
The bird soared into the sky with effortless grace.

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