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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underemphasized
understated
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Tiny oval lenses and slim rectangular frames have slowly given way to oversized bug-eye silhouettes, wraparound shield sunglasses, and statement-making styles that feel more glamorous than understated.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
16 May 2026 -
While Calvin Klein normally does away with fussy embellishments and patterns, stripes remain the only exception, thanks to their resort casual look that instantly elevates an outfit while keeping it understated.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
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“Underemphasized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underemphasized. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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