词组 | low-key |
释义 | low-key Theme: SUBTLE mod. not obvious.Let's try to keep this low-key so as not to upset the family.It was a very low-key meeting, but we got a lot done. Idiom low-key not intended to attract a lot of attention.She had requested that the funeral be a low-key affair.The reception itself was surprisingly low-key. low-key1. Modest and restrained, often intentionally to avoid being conspicuous, loud, wild, etc. It's just going to be a little, low-key gathering with friends, no big deal. I'm trying to keep news of my promotion low-key, so as not to upset some of my co-workers. 2. Not exhibiting much energy or enthusiasm; mellow, subdued, or melancholy. You seem pretty low-key today. Everything OK? 3. Describing something that is done or felt in a subtle way. I'm low-key failing this class and don't want anyone to know. I'm kind of low-key in love with him. low-key mod. not obvious; not hyped. Let’s try to keep this low-key so as not to upset the family. |
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