as in coarse
made up of large particles
the sugar in some countries has a much more grained consistency than what we're used to in the U.S.
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Pulse until mixture is the consistency of a coarse meal.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
28 May 2025 -
Designed to tackle even the coarsest hair, its ceramic blades deliver a clean, smooth shave every time.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Platforms, including my own company's, offer multicloud network visibility, centralized control and granular traffic inspection across directions and regions.—
Faizan Mustafa,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Use a granular slow-release at planting time, which should last for a month or more, then a water-soluble type in your watering can every week or so as the season progresses.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
23 May 2025
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The massive 11-story, 404-room resort has a 100,000-square-foot indoor waterpark and a 4.5-acre outdoor lagoon with sandy beaches—that’s in addition to a conference center, family entertainment center, an amphitheater and event lawn, as well as retail shops.—
Anne Roderique-Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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This California dream destination sees visitors flock year-round to experience its sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife, but what many may not know is that the city imposes a substantial 15.5% tax on total accommodation bookings.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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“Grained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grained. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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