extremely subdued

Frequency: 6.05.5 per million words

To a very high degree of quietness or low intensity.

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  • The atmosphere in the locker room was extremely subdued after the unexpected defeat.
  • The restaurant's lighting was extremely subdued, creating a very intimate and private feel.
  • He has been extremely subdued since he heard the news about his job.
  • Trading on the stock market remained extremely subdued throughout the holiday period.
  • The artist chose an extremely subdued palette of greys and browns for the landscape.
  • The applause was extremely subdued, suggesting the audience was not entirely impressed.
  • The children were extremely subdued during the long car journey back home.
  • The music in the background was kept extremely subdued so that guests could talk easily.
  • The morning after the wild party, the house felt extremely subdued and empty.
  • The mood at the memorial service was extremely subdued and deeply respectful.