as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Recent Examples of inconspicuous
Always spot test in an inconspicuous area before tackling a larger surface, and avoid using detergent on delicate natural stone, hardwood, unfinished wood and glass.
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Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Always test a small, inconspicuous area of the surface before using baking soda for cleaning, especially on delicate surfaces like natural stone or aluminum, to prevent damage or discoloration.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
Use them sparingly and test in an inconspicuous spot first.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
On an invitation from McGuire last weekend, Heath returned to Allianz for the first time but was inconspicuous to most while observing the Los Angeles FC match from the suite level.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 1 May 2026
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Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Always test a small, inconspicuous area of the surface before using baking soda for cleaning, especially on delicate surfaces like natural stone or aluminum, to prevent damage or discoloration.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
Use them sparingly and test in an inconspicuous spot first.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
On an invitation from McGuire last weekend, Heath returned to Allianz for the first time but was inconspicuous to most while observing the Los Angeles FC match from the suite level.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconspicuous
Adjective
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The Tequila features aromas of ripe agave, white flowers, citrus peel, and light tropical fruits, with a discreet hint of pepper.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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This is the most chic, discreet way to store shoes.—
Tessa Petak,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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The line’s exact location has been ambiguous and sometimes invisible.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Budgets are decided by Congress, leases by agencies, and major decisions are usually shaped by factors invisible from the outside.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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If a line item that small can briefly imperil the clearest climate record on Earth, how many comparable line items sit on comparable fault lines right now, unnoticed until the next budget cycle finds them?—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Players need to observe their surroundings, picking up on behavioral patterns and the contextual opportunities around them to sneak around unnoticed and set up a Rube Goldberg-style series of events that ultimately end in death.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconspicuous. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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