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understated

[uhn-der-stey-tid] / ˌʌn dərˈsteɪ tɪd /






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She describes her personal experiences with an insight, vulnerability and openness that is reminiscent of the raw emotions of Peet’s recent performances, which traffic in an understated, unassuming power.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

So pressure to meet forecasts can result in both understated outlooks, which can confuse investors, and decisions on capital allocation, innovation and hiring that can damage a company over time.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

The wisdom in Mr. Hertling’s book is quiet, understated, intentionally crafted as paternal counsel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Importantly, and often understated, tokenized equities remain tied to the traditional financial-asset universe; they are not “crypto-only” fictions but rather a bridge between legacy asset classes and blockchain infrastructure.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026

It is a powerful union whose significance cannot be understated.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel