Shade of colour or meaning (6)

I believe the answer is:

nuance

(Other definitions for nuance that I've seen before include "Fine distinction" , "Subtle variation, in meaning say" , "Subtle distinction or variation" , "A hint or shade" , "Ace nun (anag)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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