Sentence examples for that was refined from inspiring English sources

There was nothing that was refined and understated.

Here in 1709 Abraham Darby introduced a new process of smelting iron using coke (coal that was refined by heating) instead of charcoal.

Christopher Marlowe was the major innovator, developing a vigorous style of tragedy that was refined by his contemporary, Shakespeare, who began writing for the theatre about 1590.

Yesterday that was refined to a core of more likely suspects that could number as low as five, although police sources are cautious of narrowing one of the biggest inquiries of its kind at such a relatively early stage.

His success at the plate was due to outstanding hand-eye coordination, an instinct for pitch selection, and a batting technique that was refined through countless hours of video analysis.

The Chinese have been able to turn their country into a manufacturing giant because of their willingness to work harder and longer; but turning it into a service giant, let alone an innovation hub, will require different qualities.China's biggest problem is a culture of deference a culture that was refined by the mandarin tradition and then reinforced by the Communist Party.

"This is mythology, but it's not mythology that's refined slightly over time.

Nestling the patios are gardens, trellised walkways and a lovely park that are refined and beautified every year.

Local schools, using emergency plans that were refined after Sept. 11, have moved swiftly to impose "code blue" lockdowns intended to protect students better.

This time, Chevy really does seem to have gotten the Malibu right, as a mainstream car that is refined, quiet and handsome.

It is also based on sound, reasonable principles, such as avoiding foods that are refined and processed, as well as consuming modest portions.