subdued
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Dominic Calvert-Lewin: Grew into the game after subdued start.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026
It was a rather subdued affair, with a smaller turnout than when Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic weighed in at the same venue in August.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Despite the strong trade performance, China continues to grapple with sluggish domestic demand, as a prolonged property downturn and subdued consumer spending weigh on the broader economic recovery.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026
Reinsve, known for more outwardly dynamic roles in “The Worst Person in the World” and “Sentimental Value,” here conveys a subdued nuance as Lisbet struggles with understanding her place between her husband and her children.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
The two does, however, were subdued and nervous.
From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams
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