subdued
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Next attributed the results to warmer weather, the release of some pent-up demand in the Middle East and Northern Europe after a subdued first quarter, and a higher profitable marketing spend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Speaking at the scene, the BBC's Phillip Norton said it was a "subdued" atmosphere, with police and emergency services "dotted along the sea wall as far as the eye can see".
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The moves to go public have come as the restaurant industry struggles with subdued demand, as higher prices keep shoppers anxious about their budgets.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
"The subdued 1.5 percent annualized rise in GDP in Q2 underplays the economy's strength as it reflects a drag from rising imports and falling inventories that won't be sustained for long."
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
I smiled a little at how subdued she seemed.
From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed
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