finesse

• The cargo from China required a little more finesse, although with the precipitous drop in the price of Chinese steel over the past two years he was able to negotiate a price that would not only give them enough ballast for a reasonably smooth ride but also ensure a more than reasonable profit on the other end. —  Blindfold Game
• The Republic relies mainly on technical finesse, which is reflected in their advanced steam engines. —  SPAWNPOINT.COM - Gaming News Feed
• And he kissed her with a finesse, a passionate finesse which seemed like coals of fire on her head They heard footsteps. —  The Lost Girl
• In this case, therefore, not only when the chances are equal, but even when unmistakable inferences of declaration and play indicate that the success of the finesse is almost assured, the opportunity should be refused Penny-wise and pound-foolish" aptly characterizes a player who would risk advantage of position and 71 points for the chance of gaining a paltry 7 PLAY FOR AN EVEN BREAK The Declarer, in the absence of any positive indication to the contrary, should base his play upon the probability of an even division of the cards. —  Auction of To-day
• Art, finesse, and trick are in this age worth the wisdom of Solomon, the faith of Abraham, and the fidelity of Moses Truly yours TOM CORWIN. —  A Military Genius Life of Anna Ella Carroll of Maryland

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