: lacking in vitality, intensity, or strength
subdued colors
Examples of subdued in a Sentence
She spoke in a subdued voice.
The color in the lobby is subdued.
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When asked to run similar projections while modeling for factors such as return variability, family income and investor behavior, Morningstar showcases a more subdued picture of financial health for account holders at the same intervals.
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Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
3 July 2026
This look leans more subdued and boho with its all-black layers and accessories, but feel free to experiment with contrasting tones and more color for a bolder result.
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Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
2 July 2026
Its newest addition—part of hotelier Ian Schrager’s Edition chain—is a decidedly more subdued affair, and that’s by design.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026
Color isn't absent from naturalistic gardens, but the palette tends to be tighter and more subdued.
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Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
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Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
3 July 2026
This look leans more subdued and boho with its all-black layers and accessories, but feel free to experiment with contrasting tones and more color for a bolder result.
—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
2 July 2026
Its newest addition—part of hotelier Ian Schrager’s Edition chain—is a decidedly more subdued affair, and that’s by design.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026
Color isn't absent from naturalistic gardens, but the palette tends to be tighter and more subdued.
—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for subdued
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“Subdued.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/subdued. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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