unflashy
Americanadjective
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In a world awash with gimmicky new exchange-traded funds—more than 1,000 launched in the U.S. just last year—an unflashy idea has found surprising success.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Despite Becerra’s long tenure in state and federal office, the unflashy politician is not well-known among California voters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 21, 2026
"Ethel has been a force for change in her quiet, unflashy, unstoppable way," Obama said at the ceremony.
From Salon ● Oct. 10, 2024
Staying true to his unflashy reputation, Nix said he didn’t have any big purchases in mind to celebrate his new riches.
From Seattle Times ● May 11, 2024
Those around Rishi Sunak think his unflashy competence, as they see it, is exactly what people want after what went before.
From BBC ● May 15, 2023
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