relatively staid
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Compares the level of being staid to something else, suggesting it is more staid in comparison.
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- The architecture of the old town hall was relatively staid and unadorned.
- Despite its modern façade, the company culture remained relatively staid.
- Her new wardrobe was relatively staid compared to her previous flamboyant style.
- Even for a classical concert, the audience was relatively staid, showing little reaction.
- The new policy seemed relatively staid for a startup known for its innovation.
- He decided to adopt a relatively staid demeanor to gain respect from his colleagues.
- The art exhibition featured some relatively staid landscapes alongside more avant-garde pieces.
- While not entirely conservative, their family gatherings were relatively staid affairs.
- Critics described the film as relatively staid and predictable, lacking originality.
- For a rock band, their stage presence was relatively staid, focusing more on the music.