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low-key

/ˈləʊki/ /ˈloʊki/

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adjective

低调，黯淡，不显眼。

Dark; characterised by dark tones and muted colours.

Examples :

"The restaurant had a low-key atmosphere, with dark wood furniture and soft, muted lighting. "

这家餐厅的氛围很低调，使用了深色木质家具和柔和的黯淡灯光。

color appearance

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adjective

低调，不张扬.

Restrained, subtle, not trying to attract attention.

Examples :

"She deserves an Oscar for her low-key performance in that movie."

她在电影里的表演非常低调，但却值得一座奥斯卡奖。

style attitude character communication

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adverb

稍微，略微。

A little; somewhat.

Examples :

"My sister was low-key excited about the new movie. "

我妹妹对这部新电影稍微有点兴奋。

attitude style language

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adverb

低调地，不张扬地。

In a low-key or surreptitious manner; secretively; on the down-low

Examples :

"She was planning a surprise party for him, so she had to decorate low-key after he went to bed. "

为了给他一个惊喜派对，她只能在他睡着后悄悄地布置房间。