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She was admired for her restrained behavior.
a restrained style of architecture
The room was decorated with restrained colors.
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Grace had given us this restrained performance.
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 27 Mar. 2026
Oak parquet floors, dusky marble, and custom millwork replace the industrial edge below with something more restrained—still minimal, but warmer and unmistakably domestic.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
These new grandma shoes combine polished materials and restrained proportions with a retro flair that works well with any type of jeans.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
High ceilings, expansive windows, and a restrained neutral palette creates an atmosphere that feels instantly and effortlessly calm.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 27 Mar. 2026
Oak parquet floors, dusky marble, and custom millwork replace the industrial edge below with something more restrained—still minimal, but warmer and unmistakably domestic.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
These new grandma shoes combine polished materials and restrained proportions with a retro flair that works well with any type of jeans.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
High ceilings, expansive windows, and a restrained neutral palette creates an atmosphere that feels instantly and effortlessly calm.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
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“Restrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restrained. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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