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🇬🇧 Subtle meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

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When something is subtle, it is very gentle, quiet, or small, so you don’t notice it right away unless you look or listen very carefully.

💬 Example Sentences

The baby made a subtle protest about bedtime by screaming loudly enough to wake people in other time zones.
My sister’s subtle way of saying she wanted dessert was staring directly at the cake and whispering, “I love you” to it.
The cat made a subtle move toward my sandwich, pretending to stretch while actually plotting a cheese robbery.
The teacher gave us a subtle clue for the answer, but my brain was on vacation and missed the hint completely.
Owls have subtle feathers that help them fly almost silently, so when a mouse hears them it’s usually already too late.

📖 Mini Story

At the café, Anna noticed a subtle change in Tom's smile. A subtle twitch at the lip, a subtle light in his eyes, a subtle scent of rain on his skin, and a subtle hand that gently brushed hers. She felt a subtle hope swell and reached back, laughing softly.

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🧑‍🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced

This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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