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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
More than 190 Birkenstock styles are going for can’t-beat prices at Rue La La, a low-key site that offers impressive discounts on designer clothes, shoes, and accessories.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 23 May 2025
Reichardt, who has carved out an indie niche with her brand of low-key, low-fi Americana, here jumps into the comedy corner of the heist genre that is entirely about failure.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 23 May 2025
Later in the winter, Jost (as it’s commonly called) hosts a slightly more low-key but equally jubilant event, Jost Lime & Dine.
—AFAR Media, 22 May 2025
Go low-key in sky-blue court shoes or make your plainer outfits pop with bold red or yellow.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 22 May 2025
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 23 May 2025
Reichardt, who has carved out an indie niche with her brand of low-key, low-fi Americana, here jumps into the comedy corner of the heist genre that is entirely about failure.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 23 May 2025
Later in the winter, Jost (as it’s commonly called) hosts a slightly more low-key but equally jubilant event, Jost Lime & Dine.
—AFAR Media, 22 May 2025
Go low-key in sky-blue court shoes or make your plainer outfits pop with bold red or yellow.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-key
Adjective
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But Seroka has held a more subdued viewpoint about the impacts of the incoming imports on the L.A. port in recent interviews.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
21 May 2025
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The subdued environment largely persisted for the next two years, as higher interest rates and fears of a looming recession kept private companies on the sidelines.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The shade is more understated than golden apricot, perfect for folks like me who typically brighten up for summer but want to get a little more playful by adding in some gentle red tones.—
Leah Prinzivalli,
Allure,
9 May 2025
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Haliburton was more understated, praising the rest of his teammates.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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An all-out self-deprecating ad could be warranted if the goal is to simply raise brand awareness, while a more restrained approach might be needed to avoid distraction if an ad includes technical details about a new product.—
Anton Naianzin,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Plus, How to Use It In Your Home For pattern, using a rug with an oversized, neutral pattern keeps within a restrained palette but still creates visual interest.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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There was something hauntingly beautiful about them—soft, muted, delicate.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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The layered but muted colors express the fog of dizziness that can transform a modest family living room into a dreamlike space.—
Elly Fishman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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The primary element is a modest member of the legume family, the unpretentious black-eyed pea.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
17 May 2025
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But since inheriting the space that was the longtime home to Parisi Bakery, a supplier to many of the city’s top eateries, the spot has discreetly established itself as a stylish yet unpretentious refuge for fashion world fixtures to congregate on and off duty.—
Laura Neilson,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Trevon Williams, who did not escape from the New Orleans jail, was charged with 10 counts of being a principal to simple escape, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced on May 23.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Related Stories 13 Under-The-Radar Activities And Experiences In Key West The 11 Best Key West Restaurants On The Water Rooms And Rates The rooms are bright, cheerful, and simple, with colorful coastal touches in artwork and decorative items like pillows.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Illinois Set in the quiet prairie lands south of Chicago, this cemetery is one of the largest in the Midwest.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
22 May 2025
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Until this point, Gilgeous-Alexander has displayed a quiet form of leadership during his NBA career.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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The blog post that Trump showed Ramaphosa during the White House meeting was published by American Thinker, a conservative online magazine, about conflict and racial tensions in South Africa and Congo.—
Stephanie Burnett,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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While conservative countries may enforce strict practices, Muslims in Western countries often do not.—
Caroline Love,
NPR,
22 May 2025
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“Low-key.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low-key. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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