unassuming
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She delivers this line with both humor and a remarkably unassuming depth, a weight that suggests her character has far more on her mind than just shoplifting.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
On Thursday, his administration unveiled plans to transform one of the capital’s unassuming municipal golf courses into a luxe, 18-hole expanse that could someday host major tournaments.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
In conversations with The Times, Allen’s neighbors and acquaintances in Torrance described him as quiet, smart and unassuming.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
Sponsors’ largess in turn is transforming hobby clubs from the cozy and unassuming groups of generations past into more polished and entrepreneurial organizations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
From Norwich it is about a mile to the Connecticut River and a pleasant, unassuming 1930s bridge leading to the state of New Hampshire and the town of Hanover on the opposite bank.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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