subdued
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“Declining property prices continue to erode household wealth, suggesting that consumption will likely remain subdued in the near term,” DBS’s economics team said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
But, like much of the trading action since the conflict began, any declines have been relatively subdued.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
Barshay, so far, has adopted a more subdued tone.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Human rights lawyer Bhavani Fonseka said protests have been subdued because people are preoccupied with the day-to-day challenge of securing supplies.
From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026
He had become very subdued and fussy about how hungry he always was.
From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata
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