The first gate (religious law) is considered elementary (and this may be perceived as subtle criticism of other Muslim traditions).

Satirical in tone, "Fields" has a realistic edge, making subtle criticism of institutions and human behavior.

All those comments seemed subtle criticisms of Dr. Zacarias's tenure.

We always do find the time,' Clisser said, his quiet rejoinder a subtle criticism of her rant.

Data's face creased in puzzlement at the subtle criticism, but he appeared unable to pinpoint his offense.

Was this a subtle criticism of her?

The result was a curious mix of fulsome confessions and subtle criticisms of the trial.

His depictions range from subtle criticism of society to quasi-blasphemous sarcasm.

But on another level, they might take your growing freedom as a subtle criticism of their own way of life.

There were other subtle criticisms as well about her other interests.