low-key

Example Sentences

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Despite winning 10 WTA singles titles, achieving a career singles high of No. 3 in 2022 and the No. 1 doubles ranking, Pegula’s low-key demeanor means she flies a bit under the radar.

From Los Angeles Times

It was all so low-key, we assumed the group was going for a bit of fresh air - like their colleagues had done earlier.

From BBC

So far, his low-key earnestness has struck a chord with the British public, with nearly 71% approving of him.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was already an intentionally low-key affair: "it is not a fiscal event" her team emphasise – in other words there won't be any tax or spending changes.

From BBC

Because this is a low-key charity gig, the staging and lighting are minimal; but the star makes the room shrink, shimmying around in a jade green ballgown with irrepressible energy.

From BBC