subdued
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“Nonetheless, Strait of Hormuz transits remain subdued, well below pre-conflict levels, about 8 million barrels a day for total petroleum liquids, versus a pre-war level of about 21 million barrels a day,” he said.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 31, 2026
Futures are pointing to a subdued open for stocks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
“He said it in a voice that was subdued and calm,” Cullen continued.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
Thailand’s central bank delivered a third consecutive rate hold, as subdued domestic demand and weak economic growth give policymakers room to assess the impact of the Middle East conflict.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
For some had laboured and fought much with the remnants of the Easterlings and Southrons, until all were subdued.
From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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