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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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An all-out self-deprecating ad could be warranted if the goal is to simply raise brand awareness, while a more restrained approach might be needed to avoid distraction if an ad includes technical details about a new product.
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Anton Naianzin, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Plus, How to Use It In Your Home For pattern, using a rug with an oversized, neutral pattern keeps within a restrained palette but still creates visual interest.
—Eleni N. Gage, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
His magnetic, restrained performance gives flesh to this mythical character, without ever sanctifying him.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 9 May 2025
In 2024, China's approach to U.S. tariffs remained relatively restrained.
—Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
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Anton Naianzin, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Plus, How to Use It In Your Home For pattern, using a rug with an oversized, neutral pattern keeps within a restrained palette but still creates visual interest.
—Eleni N. Gage, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
His magnetic, restrained performance gives flesh to this mythical character, without ever sanctifying him.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 9 May 2025
In 2024, China's approach to U.S. tariffs remained relatively restrained.
—Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for restrained
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“Restrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restrained. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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