subdued
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Asian stock markets were subdued despite a positive lead from Wall Street overnight and a constructive tone from the meeting between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
The president made subdued calls for greater freedom of expression and religion while in China.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
The analysts added that they expect buyback growth to be subdued in 2027 — but said Big Tech’s spending spree could translate into buybacks elsewhere.
From MarketWatch • May 10, 2026
On the night the Rams drafted Simpson, general manager Les Snead and coach Sean McVay were uncharacteristically subdued during a news conference.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
My companions moved through the city differently, aware of its significance but not subdued by it.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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