demure

Example Sentences

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A golden necklace with a cross that does not belong to me has been artfully draped on the bureau next to a pair of demure white gloves and a jar of cold cream.

From Literature

Others opt for the registry office and a demure lunch with close friends, and prefer to save their money for a house.

From MarketWatch

Following “the Sydney Cherkov way,” she wears a lilac blouse that telegraphs meek, demure energy.

From Salon

Actually, that was the same day I shot that “demure” TikTok.

From Los Angeles Times

Her sweet ballads fooled many into thinking she was fragile and demure.

From Los Angeles Times