as in neutral
showing little or no interest or enthusiasm
my suggestion that we go to see the new action flick was greeted with an unenthusiastic shrug
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Recent Examples of unenthusiastic
The audience's energy did not match that of the Spitz's younger fanbase, and the two young girls who attempted crowd surfing were met with folks unenthusiastic about keeping them in the air.
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Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Nov. 2024
Higher borrowing costs and demand slowed by inflation led to an unenthusiastic future guidance.
—Jj Kinahan, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
At best, celebrity endorsements might convince some otherwise unenthusiastic people at the margins to turn out and vote.
—Constance Grady, Vox, 12 Sep. 2024
Americans are unenthusiastic about promoting democracy overseas but willing to partner with allies to defend U.S. institutions from foreign meddling.
—Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 6 Oct. 2020
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Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Nov. 2024
Higher borrowing costs and demand slowed by inflation led to an unenthusiastic future guidance.
—Jj Kinahan, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
At best, celebrity endorsements might convince some otherwise unenthusiastic people at the margins to turn out and vote.
—Constance Grady, Vox, 12 Sep. 2024
Americans are unenthusiastic about promoting democracy overseas but willing to partner with allies to defend U.S. institutions from foreign meddling.
—Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 6 Oct. 2020
See All Example Sentences for unenthusiastic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unenthusiastic
Adjective
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Season 14 Erika is lighter, focusing on her personal growth and independence, and serving as a (mostly) neutral mediator between the warring forces of Kyle Richards and Dorit Kemsley.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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Best nude kitten heels Elegant, neutral nude heels go with pretty much every ensemble, from casual brunch ’fits to full-on gowns.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Henley’s closing 2-under-par 70 left him with an 11-under 277 total, a shot ahead of Morikawa, who carded a tepid 72.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2025
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Fill your sink with tepid to warm water and add a mild detergent.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2025
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After months of anticipation, Meghan Markle’s Netflix series is finally here and receiving lukewarm reviews from several royal experts.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
4 Mar. 2025
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That 77% with strong feelings either way is far more than those who hold more lukewarm feelings.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA TODAY,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Unenthusiastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unenthusiastic. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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