as in unprepossessing
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Recent Examples of unimposing
The unimposing storefront has been converted from a garage and still bears the hallmarks of one; Nelson was out by the side entrance chatting with neighbors as their children played.
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Jennifer Wilson, New York Times, 26 Sep. 2023
And yet Greece claimed that the existence of this rather unimposing nation-state posed a serious threat to its territorial integrity.
—Victor A. Friedman, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2018
One team set for a quiet start is two-time defending national champion Georgia, which will face an unimposing early-season slate of Tenessee-Martin, Ball State, South Carolina and Alabama-Birmingham.
—Paul Myerberg, USA TODAY, 31 May 2023
We’re particularly obsessed with the mosaic ceilings and tiled flooring, dating back to the end of the 19th century, which bring a sense of unimposing grandeur.
—Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 28 Apr. 2023
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Jennifer Wilson, New York Times, 26 Sep. 2023
And yet Greece claimed that the existence of this rather unimposing nation-state posed a serious threat to its territorial integrity.
—Victor A. Friedman, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2018
One team set for a quiet start is two-time defending national champion Georgia, which will face an unimposing early-season slate of Tenessee-Martin, Ball State, South Carolina and Alabama-Birmingham.
—Paul Myerberg, USA TODAY, 31 May 2023
We’re particularly obsessed with the mosaic ceilings and tiled flooring, dating back to the end of the 19th century, which bring a sense of unimposing grandeur.
—Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 28 Apr. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unimposing
Adjective
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The artist himself, however, was rather more unprepossessing.—
Rebecca Mead,
The New Yorker,
5 Jan. 2023
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The bishop has an amiable, unprepossessing manner, with a slight stoop and a twinkly smile.—
Nathaniel Rich Stacy Kranitz,
New York Times,
20 Dec. 2022
Adjective
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Does the bride-to-be who spurns a line of unappealing suitors represent a Ukraine facing difficult choices?—
Howard LaFranchi,
Christian Science Monitor,
29 Apr. 2025
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The key to success often lies in effective marketing, but for many writers, the thought of self-promotion is overwhelming, confusing, and, frankly, unappealing.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Daily use by adolescents and adults can result in another unpleasant side effect: uncontrollable vomiting, according to a 2021 study.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
5 May 2025
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Vivian Yin’s will contains an unpleasant surprise for her daughters.—
Ilana Masad,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Despite their unappetizing taste and tough texture, Osage orange fruits may still offer surprising benefits.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Until fairly recently, gluten-free options were both scarce and unappetizing.—
Sara Murphy,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Unimposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unimposing. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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