subtle
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Frey, speaking at a press conference, was less subtle.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026
He also noticed subtle changes in the way he walked, including times when his heels seemed to drag.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
McAfee saw an opportunity, and he wasn’t subtle about it on the website for his farm, which at the time was called Organic Pastures.
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
A subtle tactical shift to a 5-sided attacking formation helped unlock the American attack as it sets its sights on the knockout round.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
In short: I felt my existence was tainted, in some subtle but essential way.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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