variants
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
Inviting Cooper to join Superman was apparently a low-key affair, as Gunn recalled on Jake’s Takes.
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Jack Smart, People.com, 11 July 2025
That’s the Buehrle way, and why Sox fans quickly embraced the low-key pitcher as a kindred spirit.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
The 42-year-old let her pants do the talking, styling them with a low-key black racerback tank top, a blue dad cap, and black cowboy boots.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 10 July 2025
That warm, low-key, cozy feeling — especially when it’s shared.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Jack Smart, People.com, 11 July 2025
That’s the Buehrle way, and why Sox fans quickly embraced the low-key pitcher as a kindred spirit.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
The 42-year-old let her pants do the talking, styling them with a low-key black racerback tank top, a blue dad cap, and black cowboy boots.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 10 July 2025
That warm, low-key, cozy feeling — especially when it’s shared.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for low-key
Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-key
Adjective
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All those greens, yellows, reds, and pinks will shine in a more subdued room setting, and the precious creation just might inspire you to start taking line dancing lessons.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
18 July 2025
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Global foreign direct investment (FDI) flows are continuing on a subdued trajectory, reflecting persistent macroeconomic headwinds and investor caution.—
Courtney Fingar,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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But the collection proved more understated than its presentation, despite its focus on India’s sartorial influence on contemporary fashion.—
Alice Pfeiffer,
CNN Money,
1 July 2025
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There are both bold and understated options available.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Several Republican members who spent years hyping up the Epstein case remained restrained in criticizing the White House's handling of the matter.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
24 July 2025
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This restrained color story feels fresh yet timeless.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Wall Street is tracking for a muted open after the S & P 500 and tech-heavy Nasdaq ended yesterday's session at another record close.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
22 July 2025
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Flavonoids, an antioxidant found in oranges and other plants, may contribute to orange juice's muted effect on blood sugar.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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In 1985, at the age of 27, Meyer opened his first business: Union Square Cafe, a modern American restaurant which blends upscale dining with unpretentious warmth and hospitality.—
Martina Di Licosa,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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With miles of scenic beachfront, tons of local small businesses, and a welcoming, unpretentious vibe, South Bay's Beach Cities truly have something for everyone.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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Looking for their environmental DNA in scales, slime or skin cells that living beings shed all the time is a simpler way, Workman said.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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This involves flexible decision making beyond simple automation.—
Ian Gotts,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Sure, Texas has plenty of sleepy towns, dusty ranchland and quiet downtowns that rarely see a crowd.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
22 July 2025
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This gives players a chance to play out some tender, quiet scenes in between the blades and the blood. iHunt Oftentimes, demon hunters are part of secretive organizations or bloodlines with thousand year histories.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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Farrier grew up in New Zealand and attended a conservative Christian school.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
21 July 2025
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The Real Source of Risk The GENIUS Act actually tightens the relationship between money and its underlying assets, making the monetary system arguably more conservative and perhaps more rigid.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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“Low-key.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low-key. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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