as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
a low-pressure boss who lets employees do their work without looking over their shoulders
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Recent Examples of low-pressure
The Los Angeles area could see more significant rainfall Saturday as a low-pressure system moves in.
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Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
To the south, near the equator and the sun’s azimuth, low-pressure zones create frequent storms.
—Christophe Lavaysse, JSTOR Daily, 17 Apr. 2025
The weather service said that because the Kansas City area will be on the cool side of a low-pressure system, strong to severe weather is not expected.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025
At the same time, winds increase Saturday and Sunday ahead of an approaching low-pressure system.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2025
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Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
To the south, near the equator and the sun’s azimuth, low-pressure zones create frequent storms.
—Christophe Lavaysse, JSTOR Daily, 17 Apr. 2025
The weather service said that because the Kansas City area will be on the cool side of a low-pressure system, strong to severe weather is not expected.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025
At the same time, winds increase Saturday and Sunday ahead of an approaching low-pressure system.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-pressure
Adjective
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Although the London Marathon’s entry rules are currently unaffected, British conservative media and tabloid newspapers are already putting pressure on the event to change its policies.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
25 Apr. 2025
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Will Brandy be stuck in that alt-reality forever or emerge unscathed and unaffected?—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The assault is alleged to have taken place in June at 2 Sisters 4 Brothers Restaurant and Lounge, a casual eatery and dance venue in New York City's East Harlem neighborhood.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Dress up in the Madewell Linen Maxi Slip Skirt, or keep things casual with the Anthropologie Colette Linen Mini Skirt.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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The case underscores the potential risks of informal workplace activities, particularly those involving personality assessments or character comparisons.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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While some sandals can lean on the casual, informal side, these stylish ones are sophisticated enough for all types of events and occasions.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Whether your mom is new to edibles or an experienced user, these treats can offer a relaxing, mellow experience.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
9 May 2025
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Butter yellow is everywhere—from runways to celebrity homes—but there’s something undeniably comforting (and nostalgic) about this mellow hue.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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The rules around federal civil proceedings are slightly more flexible, allowing for recording in some instances at the discretion of the judge.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Some linguists and other scientists have been quick to point out that chimpanzee communication is far less flexible and complicated than human language.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The looks on display were all too familiar, making the joke even that much funnier for its sense of radical honesty.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
4 May 2025
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This is perhaps a good quality, as that is a familiar feeling when attending a large event.—
Matt Shaw,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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The Heat and Grizzlies gave the people nonchalant regular-season basketball, and got thrown out the club as a result.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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But despite his nonchalant vibe, Poulter is completely locked in, never distracted by the frequent comings and goings around us.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This offbeat, easygoing ride includes stops to sample tropical fruits (freshly cracked coconut, mangoes, and key limes), facts and sightings of tropical flora, and cruises down side streets showcasing Key West’s diverse residential architecture (Shotgun, Bahamian, and Conch-style).—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
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His father, Eric (Wood Harris), who cooks for the family and runs restaurants — including, in this TV reality, the real-life Linden, a Hollywood center of Black society — and never went to college, is more easygoing.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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“Low-pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low-pressure. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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