look staid
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Refers to the outward appearance of being sedate and traditional.
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- He used to be so adventurous, but now he looks quite staid.
- The old library building looks rather staid next to the new, glass structures.
- Despite the modern setting, her conservative attire made her look surprisingly staid.
- The company's new logo, meant to modernize, actually made their brand look more staid.
- During the formal ceremony, everyone was expected to look appropriately staid.
- After years in academia, his once rebellious ideas began to look somewhat staid.
- The interior design, with its dark wood and heavy curtains, definitely makes the room look staid.
- She tried to look staid and composed, even though she was nervous.
- Compared to the vibrant street art, the classical statue looked remarkably staid.
- His demeanor and traditional clothing always make him look incredibly staid.