as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Recent Examples of inconspicuous
However, these little, inconspicuous balls are highly flammable.
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Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 26 Feb. 2026
For his part, Saxon testified Wednesday that Ye insisted the work remain inconspicuous because no permits had been pulled.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 25 Feb. 2026
The realization that real people were cast to play hundreds of bushes at the Super Bowl turned the inconspicuous performers into a social media sensation overnight.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
While cell towers are normally installed in inconspicuous locations to seamlessly integrate into urban landscapes, Echard’s visitors are encouraged to seek out and view this edifice at close range.
—Theo Belci, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
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Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 26 Feb. 2026
For his part, Saxon testified Wednesday that Ye insisted the work remain inconspicuous because no permits had been pulled.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 25 Feb. 2026
The realization that real people were cast to play hundreds of bushes at the Super Bowl turned the inconspicuous performers into a social media sensation overnight.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
While cell towers are normally installed in inconspicuous locations to seamlessly integrate into urban landscapes, Echard’s visitors are encouraged to seek out and view this edifice at close range.
—Theo Belci, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconspicuous
Adjective
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Built in 2012 to replace the somewhat outdated 1960s original, and then having undergone a sweeping guest rooms renovation in 2024, this 55-story tower in the chic Yorkville neighborhood continues to nail the concept of discreet luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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In spring 2026 shoes typically associated with our beloved grannies—think square-toe silhouettes, short block heels, and discreet buckles—have resurfaced as an elegant footwear alternative.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But the most impactful force on the court could be the silent, invisible sixth man – the mind gym.—
Haley Sawyer,
Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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IndieWire spoke directly with intimacy coordinators about their work, since — just like boom ops and gaffers — much of their on-set work is meant to be invisible.—
Emily Maskell,
IndieWire,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The error went unnoticed until Fortune had exited the octagon and headed toward the tunnel.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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That commitment has not gone unnoticed.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconspicuous. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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