as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
the notice that an 18% tip would be automatically added was so unobtrusive we almost didn't see it at the bottom of the menu
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Recent Examples of unobtrusive
The Ray-Ban Meta glasses are sleek, unobtrusive wearables with front-facing cameras and a passthrough display in the right lens that can show maps, texts, social media posts, and more.
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Sarah Jeong, The Verge, 1 Mar. 2026
These sorts of smart fibers aren't new – scientists have been working for some time to embed this technology into textiles for unobtrusive connectivity.
—New Atlas, 27 Jan. 2026
The most reliable way to increase humidity in your home is to invest in an unobtrusive, ultrasonic humidifier.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
With 1000 nits of brightness, anti-glare treatment, and an IP56 weather-resistant build, it’s designed to live outdoors year-round while maintaining a refined, unobtrusive presence.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
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Sarah Jeong, The Verge, 1 Mar. 2026
These sorts of smart fibers aren't new – scientists have been working for some time to embed this technology into textiles for unobtrusive connectivity.
—New Atlas, 27 Jan. 2026
The most reliable way to increase humidity in your home is to invest in an unobtrusive, ultrasonic humidifier.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
With 1000 nits of brightness, anti-glare treatment, and an IP56 weather-resistant build, it’s designed to live outdoors year-round while maintaining a refined, unobtrusive presence.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unobtrusive
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Built in 2012 to replace the somewhat outdated 1960s original, and then having undergone a sweeping guest rooms renovation in 2024, this 55-story tower in the chic Yorkville neighborhood continues to nail the concept of discreet luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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In spring 2026 shoes typically associated with our beloved grannies—think square-toe silhouettes, short block heels, and discreet buckles—have resurfaced as an elegant footwear alternative.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
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That leaves thousands of families connected by an invisible thread of loss, uncertainty and unresolved grief.—
Chelsea Bailey,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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Finding an invisible engine The mystery traces back to observations made by NASA’s Cassini in 2004, which suggested Saturn’s rotation rate was changing over time.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
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The error went unnoticed until Fortune had exited the octagon and headed toward the tunnel.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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That commitment has not gone unnoticed.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Unobtrusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unobtrusive. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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