very muted

Frequency: 8.015.1 per million words

Indicates a high degree of quietness or subtlety.

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Examples (10)

  • The audience's applause was very muted after the controversial performance.
  • Her response to the criticism was very muted, showing little emotion.
  • The artist chose very muted colors for the background of the painting.
  • Despite the good news, his celebration was very muted.
  • The sound of the distant city traffic was very muted from their rural cottage.
  • The general consensus in the meeting was very muted, with no strong opinions expressed.
  • She preferred clothes with very muted shades, avoiding bright patterns.
  • The team's reaction to their defeat was very muted, reflecting their deep disappointment.
  • He spoke in a very muted tone, careful not to disturb the sleeping child.
  • The market's performance remained very muted throughout the day.