as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
a low-pressure boss who lets employees do their work without looking over their shoulders
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Recent Examples of low-pressure
While a low-pressure system expected over the weekend may reduce ozone formation, the system is also forecast to bring stronger winds that could increase airborne dust levels.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Rounds of storms to come through Kansas City A low-pressure system has set up to the west, causing breezy conditions in the metro with gusts between 30 and 40 mph, according to the weather service.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2025
New England gets storms that bring low pressure throughout the year, but intense, low-pressure storms are a constant in the winter.
—Elizabeth Medeiros, Health, 22 Mar. 2025
The pressure can drop quite dramatically over a few days or even just a few hours, leading to the birth of a low-pressure system – what meteorologists call an extratropical cyclone.
—Chris Nowotarski, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Rounds of storms to come through Kansas City A low-pressure system has set up to the west, causing breezy conditions in the metro with gusts between 30 and 40 mph, according to the weather service.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2025
New England gets storms that bring low pressure throughout the year, but intense, low-pressure storms are a constant in the winter.
—Elizabeth Medeiros, Health, 22 Mar. 2025
The pressure can drop quite dramatically over a few days or even just a few hours, leading to the birth of a low-pressure system – what meteorologists call an extratropical cyclone.
—Chris Nowotarski, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-pressure
Adjective
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There's also the chance that costs rise for items unaffected by tariffs.—
Emily Peck,
Axios,
5 Apr. 2025
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Waiting and seeing Some businesses are still in wait-and-see mode, pushing ahead with hiring plans because many of their customers appear unaffected by the charges.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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Switzerland Inn is a great place to go for breakfast, lunch, or dinner thanks to several dining options that range from casual to upscale.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
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The restaurant is also open in a more casual setting for breakfast and lunch.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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When the executive order goes into effect, de minimis packages from China will be subject to an informal entry process, and each package that travels to the U.S. via international post will now be subject to a tariff rate of 120 percent or $100, a rate that will increase to $200 after June 1.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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What exactly are the rules for saving seats at an informal event where seats are not assigned? Related Articles Miss Manners: Heroes?—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
12 Apr. 2025
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An eight-month-old Gruyère is mellow with a caramel aroma.—
Betsy Andrews,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Animal Collective member’s new album, Sinister Grift, is the perfect mellow psychedelia for a sunny Pasadena afternoon.—
Dan Reilly,
Vulture,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Want a new career that’s higher-paying, more flexible or fulfilling?—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
18 Apr. 2025
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The device uses microneedles and flexible wiring to capture neural signals just beneath the skin, enhancing signal quality while minimizing invasiveness.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The panel did not stray from their earlier guesses for him, throwing out familiar names like Dave Matthews, Daryl Hall, and Pat Monahan of Train once more.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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There was also a memorandum of agreement about the move signed on Monday by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Acting SSA Commissioner Leland Dudek, according to one source familiar.—
Aaron Navarro,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Instead, the reaction in Washington has been remarkably nonchalant, illustrating how thoroughly expectations of leader authenticity have eroded.—
Nate Bennett,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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And Sean was so, nonchalant about it.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
5 Mar. 2025
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Curaçao With colorful Dutch architecture, multicultural charm, and an easygoing pace of life, Curaçao attracts sun-seekers from around the world.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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This easygoing aesthetic introduces itself in the living room, which doubles as the home’s entry since there’s no formal foyer.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Low-pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low-pressure. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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