as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Recent Examples of inconspicuous
Test first: Always perform a colorfastness test on an inconspicuous area before applying the solution to the stain.
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2024
The device is thin and compact enough to be inconspicuous, but not small enough to get lost in your belongings.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2024
Lots of nutrients, few calories At first glance, parsley may seem inconspicuous, but don’t let that fool you: the herb is rich in essential vitamins and minerals.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2024
Always test the tool in an inconspicuous area first to prevent potential damage.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2024
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2024
The device is thin and compact enough to be inconspicuous, but not small enough to get lost in your belongings.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2024
Lots of nutrients, few calories At first glance, parsley may seem inconspicuous, but don’t let that fool you: the herb is rich in essential vitamins and minerals.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2024
Always test the tool in an inconspicuous area first to prevent potential damage.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconspicuous
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The company also offers the SK hynix Tube T31 1TB - $59.99 (was $89.99) Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II $249.00 These earbuds provide 6 hours of listening time, they've been modified to be more discreet than last year's model, and their sound is Bose-excellent.Josh Max, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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Designed for comfort and discretion, these nearly invisible hearing aids fit snugly behind or inside the ear, ensuring a seamless and natural listening experience.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Adam wants to disappear and remain invisible, yet Ayub somehow remains completely watchable and the focus of the audience’s curiosity.Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
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The firm’s commitment to quality and British craftsmanship has not gone unnoticed, and the company was awarded a royal warrant from the then-Prince of Wales in 1996.Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Unraveling Ahlgren’s scheme relied on the anonymity of cryptocurrency and the assumption that his digital movements would go unnoticed.Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconspicuous. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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