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
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.
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
Contrary to rumors of mass protests, the gathering of citizens (a commonplace sight at crucial legislative periods), was unobtrusive and orderly.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 13 Jan. 2026
That exclusivity is reflected in the attentive yet unobtrusive service.
—Nicholas Derenzo, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
One trend that has gained traction is the use of low-profile, unobtrusive structures that prioritize the land over the building.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
Contrary to rumors of mass protests, the gathering of citizens (a commonplace sight at crucial legislative periods), was unobtrusive and orderly.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 13 Jan. 2026
That exclusivity is reflected in the attentive yet unobtrusive service.
—Nicholas Derenzo, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
One trend that has gained traction is the use of low-profile, unobtrusive structures that prioritize the land over the building.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unobtrusive
Adjective
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This open-back shoe introduces discreet sensuality into any outfit.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
8 Mar. 2026
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Using steel and elastic tension bands, Herbst’s design favors clean lines and radical functionality, which Petite Friture has re-editioned with discreet interventions for a contemporary touch.—
Katherine McGrath,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Try to picture a sideways, invisible merry-go-round in your home.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
6 Mar. 2026
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Deep in the Amazon, far from Caracas and invisible to Washington, a criminal industry in Venezuela is expanding under armed protection.—
Wendy R. Anderson,
Washington Post,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The change didn’t go unnoticed and fans were happy their critical comments were heard by the Big 12 Conference.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2026
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Cybersecurity threats move at an overwhelming pace—and often go unnoticed.—
Don Aviv,
Time,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Unobtrusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unobtrusive. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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