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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

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

At Amazon’s studios, she sits in a bouclé armchair on her podcast set, dressed like a demure interviewer: patent leather loafers, cuffed jeans, a sweater set, a string of pearls.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2024

Each and all were answered by a smile, a bow, and a demure “Yes” or “No” with the chill on.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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