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as in unaffected
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
a simple and unpretentious account about growing up in the rural South
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as in quiet
not excessively showy
lives in a rather unpretentious house for someone so wealthy
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as in humble
not having or showing any feelings of superiority, self-assertiveness, or showiness
the unpretentious disposition of an award-winning scientist who has nothing to prove to anyone
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Recent Examples of unpretentious
Milan made way for refreshing designs that didn’t feel stuffy, instead, the offerings were unpretentious and a bit voicy.
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 23 Sep. 2024
The Moroccan rug fits right in with the unpretentious nature of the room.
—Isabel Slone, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2024
His passionate yet unpretentious style contrasted with the showboating of some of the other lawyers.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2024
The atmosphere is luxurious but unpretentious, with a warm, neutral palette of matte textures that blend in with the natural surroundings.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2024
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 23 Sep. 2024
The Moroccan rug fits right in with the unpretentious nature of the room.
—Isabel Slone, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2024
His passionate yet unpretentious style contrasted with the showboating of some of the other lawyers.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2024
The atmosphere is luxurious but unpretentious, with a warm, neutral palette of matte textures that blend in with the natural surroundings.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for unpretentious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unpretentious
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While basketball free throws were unaffected, jeers worsened baseball pitching, and both cheers and jeers hindered golfers.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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The company has also reassured stakeholders that while the breach’s investigation continues, its business operations and financial stability are expected to remain unaffected.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Mikko Rantanen spoke bluntly about Nichushkin, saying the quiet part out loud.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Find a quiet spot away from city lights, lay back, and enjoy the cosmos while sharing stories with friends.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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The popular perception of how the Grimms collected their tales was captured in an illustration that appeared in an eighteen-nineties German magazine: Jacob and Wilhelm are shown visiting a humble cottage, listening to an older peasant woman.Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
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Although his restaurant Taku is in Seattle, the humble chef still frequents his favorite Bellevue eateries, a testament to his love for the city's food culture.Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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To be clear, audiophiles will still prefer genuine stereo separation.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Avoid Downtown, But Grab Some Grub at Wildflower The downtown area is a genuine tourist trap.Erin Strout, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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The vibrant hues of golden hour gave way to the muted, earthy tones of not-quite-dusk.Lane Sainty, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
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But for now the markets appear to be bracing for muted prices, a situation that should keep a lid on gas prices.Matt Egan, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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Jenn, while possibly the best person on the show, is too meek and too little in her own estimation.Brian Moylan, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
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The conclusion hasn’t changed, despite meek attempts at introducing gendered representation.Nicole Froio, refinery29.com, 26 Jan. 2024
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Both measures required a simple majority for passage.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Clark kept her look simple with a black sweater and bomber jacket at the Hinkle Fieldhouse, where the Butler Bulldogs play.Natasha Dye, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Investors may also be responding to fears that inflation will resurface under Trump after months of price increases' settling in at a more subdued pace.Rob Wile, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024
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Meanwhile, the stylish and practical design remains equally dependable, especially when ordered with a subdued interior.Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Unpretentious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unpretentious. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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