unsubtle
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It became such an unsubtle effort that it was known as the Siege of Royal Lodge, with the King financially cutting off his brother in an effort to drive him out.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
Paramount’s pitch to the Warner board has been unsubtle: guaranteed smooth regulatory sailing and a quick payout for long-abused Warner shareholders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025
The unsubtle goal is “The Katie Miller Podcast” is to “humanize” its subjects with “they’re just like you!” interviews.
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2025
That is an unsubtle pitch for an unsubtle historical moment.
From Slate • Sep. 8, 2025
As we drove, Daisy struck up a wholly unsubtle conversation.
From "Turtles All the Way Down" by John Green
![]()
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.