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low profile

American  
[loh proh-fahyl] / ˈloʊ ˈproʊ faɪl /
low posture

noun

  1. a deliberately inconspicuous, modest, or anonymous manner.

low profile British  

noun

    1. a position or attitude characterized by a deliberate avoidance of prominence or publicity

    2. ( as modifier )

      a low-profile approach
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adjective

  1. (of a tyre) wide in relation to its height

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low profile Idioms  

  1. see keep a low profile.

Other Word Forms

  • low-profile adjective

Etymology

Origin of low profile

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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As a foreigner, Felix was afforded some security from persecution at the hands of French Catholics, provided he kept a low profile and focused on his studies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

But she wound up being just one of many with such a pedigree in his Cabinet, and she’s kept a low profile ever since.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

Nevertheless, he kept a low profile, giving no interviews or public speeches and holding no official government position.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

Unlike his father, the 56-year-old has largely kept a low profile.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

He’s dallying around, probably just keeping a low profile while he waits.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu

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