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restrained
re·strained [ ri stráynd ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
showing restraint: characterized by control, especially in not being excessively emotional or aggressive
the artist's restrained use of color

re·strain·ed·ly [ ri stráynədlee ] adverb
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