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demure

[dih-myoor] / dɪˈmyʊər /


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Others opt for the registry office and a demure lunch with close friends, and prefer to save their money for a house.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 25, 2025

Following “the Sydney Cherkov way,” she wears a lilac blouse that telegraphs meek, demure energy.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025

Her sweet ballads fooled many into thinking she was fragile and demure.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2025

The word took off in August after content creator Jools Lebron, posted on TikTok abut her demure work outfit and mindful make-up.

From BBC • Dec. 1, 2024

He was a fine young fellow, seemly and demure as a dove.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White




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