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adjective Also, low-keyed.
1.
of reduced intensity; restrained; understated.
2.
(of a photograph) having chiefly dark tones, usually with little tonal contrast (distinguished from high-key).
verb (used with object)
3.
to make or attempt to make low-key: to low-key the arms buildup.
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Low-key
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Origin:
1890–95
1890–95
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| low-key or low-keyed | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | having a low intensity or tone |
| 2. | restrained, subdued, or understated |
| 3. | Compare high-key (of a photograph, painting, etc) having a predominance of dark grey tones or dark colours with few highlights |
| low-keyed or low-keyed | |
| —adj | |
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Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions by Richard A. Spears.Fourth Edition.
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