subdued
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“Activity will remain subdued as the energy shock catches up with households and businesses.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Overall, the subdued spending led to a slight to moderate growth pace across the country, the Fed survey found.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
It was a subdued celebration scene following the final out in which star pitcher Logan Schmidt made his first ever relief appearance.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
In Europe, higher inflation is widely expected to lead the European Central Bank to increase rates in the coming weeks, increasing borrowing costs even as economic growth remains subdued.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
After a while, her brother now properly subdued and her irritation spent, Bristle retrieved the morsel of rat and dropped it in front of him.
From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker
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