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also low-keyed
as in subdued
not excessively showy
hoping to make a good impression, he deliberately chose a low-key tie with a subtle pattern
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Recent Examples of low-key
Unlike modern extravaganzas, this entry is character-based and blessedly spooky in the most low-key fashion.
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EW.com, 31 Oct. 2024
The decor was low-key and tasteful, with a comfy couch and rugs and blankets for textural (and literal) warmth.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2024
Available in eight soft or neutral colors and two striped options, there’s something for almost every low-key color preference.
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
There’s never been a better time to stock up on Birkenstock sandals and clogs: More than 100 styles are majorly marked down during this low-key sale.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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EW.com, 31 Oct. 2024
The decor was low-key and tasteful, with a comfy couch and rugs and blankets for textural (and literal) warmth.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2024
Available in eight soft or neutral colors and two striped options, there’s something for almost every low-key color preference.
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
There’s never been a better time to stock up on Birkenstock sandals and clogs: More than 100 styles are majorly marked down during this low-key sale.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-key
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Investors may also be responding to fears that inflation will resurface under Trump after months of price increases' settling in at a more subdued pace.Rob Wile, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024
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Meanwhile, the stylish and practical design remains equally dependable, especially when ordered with a subdued interior.Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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The Quiet Family is stylishly shot with an interesting soundtrack and understated performances.Bethy Squires, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2024
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Tapping into the slow fashion movement, communication expert Paolo De Vivo launched his knitwear project back in 2018, building it into a go-to brand for luxurious and understated wardrobe builders.Martino Carrera, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
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Finally, the treble was so smooth and restrained, never straying into sibilance or even a hint of distortion.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Chaplin’s vivid yet restrained photos (from vineyards in Napa Valley, France’s Burgundy region, Lebanon and elsewhere) pair with Menin’s clear explanations about how and why wine grapes respond to climate changes.Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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The vibrant hues of golden hour gave way to the muted, earthy tones of not-quite-dusk.Lane Sainty, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
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But for now the markets appear to be bracing for muted prices, a situation that should keep a lid on gas prices.Matt Egan, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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Kahane’s manner is, like his music, unpretentious, though shot through with dark humor and whimsy.Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2024
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The gentle, unpretentious vibe and top-notch service plays well with locals, so be prepared to order in Italian.Carrie Dennis, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2024
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Both measures required a simple majority for passage.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Not toward Settembrini’s international republic of letters, and not back toward his simple bourgeois life down in the flatlands.George Packer, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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Mikko Rantanen spoke bluntly about Nichushkin, saying the quiet part out loud.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Find a quiet spot away from city lights, lay back, and enjoy the cosmos while sharing stories with friends.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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This election ran smoothly because of the legislation and proactive lawsuits from the conservative movement, argued Arizona state Rep. Alexander Kolodin, a Republican who was sanctioned by the State Bar of Arizona for his role in challenging the 2020 election.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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The company maintains a conservative liquidity position with available-for-sale securities and credit availability with the Federal Home Loan Bank.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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“Low-key.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low-key. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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