subdued

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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

But those moves were more subdued than the stock market rally, and particularly the rebound in tech names.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Long-term inflation expectations were subdued, falling to 3.2% in March from 3.3% in February.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Economic activity was already subdued before the attacks as a result of higher tariffs, fragile consumer confidence and dwindling investment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

My panic was somewhat subdued by the realization that my bladder was about to burst.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly