as in quiet
not excessively showy
a family man who drives a serviceable, decidedly unflashy car
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Recent Examples of unflashy
Asked where Beast fits in five years’ time, Sapire’s answer is notably unflashy.
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Lela London, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The open kitchen is basic, but the unflashy finishes appeal.
—Katie McDonough, Curbed, 12 Jan. 2026
Guard Malik Monk was elevated to a starting role to replace Fox, while third-year forward Keegan Murray supplied steady, unflashy two-way play as the club's fifth starter.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Oct. 2025
The whole movie feels, if anything too realistic; an unflashy, unadorned terror borne from a real-life virus.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
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Lela London, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The open kitchen is basic, but the unflashy finishes appeal.
—Katie McDonough, Curbed, 12 Jan. 2026
Guard Malik Monk was elevated to a starting role to replace Fox, while third-year forward Keegan Murray supplied steady, unflashy two-way play as the club's fifth starter.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Oct. 2025
The whole movie feels, if anything too realistic; an unflashy, unadorned terror borne from a real-life virus.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unflashy
Adjective
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Sources later confirmed to PEOPLE that Prince had a quiet history of using the prescription painkiller Percocet.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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After a mostly quiet game, Alexander-Walker had a critical steal late as the Hawks completed their stunning rally.—
Darnell Mayberry,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Hathaway's long brown hair cascaded past her waist, while her makeup consisted of rosy blush and a muted pink lip.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
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Magaletti ventures a tentative introduction of brushes on snares; following the muted peal of distant thunder, upsammy chimes in with a plangent synthesizer sequence reminiscent of Arovane and other IDM producers from around the turn of the millennium.—
Philip Sherburne,
Pitchfork,
13 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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After the vibrant color palette of the 1980s, the 1990s ushered in a more subdued vibe, with dusty mauves, cool teals, and grayish pastels dominating everything from walls to upholstery.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
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Here, the spa is much smaller and more subdued in design, although the same treatments are offered.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With breezy beachfront fun, stunning original art, and comfortable, inviting furnishings, the atmosphere here feels understated and classy.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2026
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Her understated conclusions with profoundly important data.—
Marcy Thompson,
Scientific American,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In contrast, Ionic capitals, which are more restrained, currently grace the columns at the entrance of the White House.—
Kevin D. Murphy,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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Some had pushed for a slightly more restrained proposal that would have given Democrats the upper hand in nine of the 11 House seats.—
Russell Berman,
The Atlantic,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Around sunset, the rooftop pool bar features a friendly, eclectic bunch of unpretentious patrons, giving it a warmer feel than venues on the beach that are often packed with overdressed tourists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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The silhouette is sleek and unpretentious but still holds a certain gravitas in your dining space.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor apologized Wednesday for publicly criticizing Justice Brett Kavanaugh over a ruling on immigration stops — and seeming to imply that her conservative colleague's views were shaped by an out-of-touch upbringing.—
Joe Walsh,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Thomas, the Supreme Court’s senior conservative member, spoke broadly, not referencing specific contemporary events or political figures to make his case.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The overall aesthetic was slightly ascetic without being spartan—a pale, neutral color palette; simple, modern furniture; a few pieces of abstract art.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Apr. 2026
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This translates to the Gap cardigan sweater and the Levi’s shorts paired with the flats for a simple, slightly elevated look that feels comfortable.—
Isis Briones,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Unflashy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unflashy. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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