relatively muted
Frequency: 6.87.5 per million words
Quiet or subtle in comparison to other things or expectations.
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- The audience's applause was relatively muted after the long speech.
- Despite the good news, her reaction remained relatively muted.
- The market's response to the new policy has been relatively muted.
- His criticism was relatively muted compared to his usual passionate outbursts.
- The economic recovery was relatively muted in some regions.
- Even with the vibrant colors, the overall effect of the painting was relatively muted.
- The sound of the distant thunder was relatively muted by the thick walls.
- Expectations for the new product launch are relatively muted given past failures.
- The government's statement on the scandal was relatively muted.
- The party was relatively muted as many guests left early.