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as in humble
not having or showing any feelings of superiority, self-assertiveness, or showiness
we were all impressed by how down-to-earth the movie star turned out to be
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as in pragmatic
willing to see things as they really are and deal with them sensibly
a down-to-earth guidance counselor who is frank in telling students which colleges they're likely to get into
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Recent Examples of down-to-earth
Made in Asheville, North Carolina, East Fork’s earthenware set has a down-to-earth vibe in refined silhouettes.
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 12 Apr. 2025
Blake Lively’s attempt to appear down-to-earth amid her bitter legal battle with Justin Baldoni, by working in the kitchen of a friend’s Connecticut doughnut shop, has seemingly backfired by triggering an investigation by local health officials.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2025
Her infectious energy and endless mantras leave her audience hanging on every word, while her spontaneous phone calls with her kids reveal her down-to-earth relatability.
—James Mercadante, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2025
The studio is a place to just be yourself, relax, and have a down-to-earth experience.
—Martine Thompson, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 12 Apr. 2025
Blake Lively’s attempt to appear down-to-earth amid her bitter legal battle with Justin Baldoni, by working in the kitchen of a friend’s Connecticut doughnut shop, has seemingly backfired by triggering an investigation by local health officials.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2025
Her infectious energy and endless mantras leave her audience hanging on every word, while her spontaneous phone calls with her kids reveal her down-to-earth relatability.
—James Mercadante, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2025
The studio is a place to just be yourself, relax, and have a down-to-earth experience.
—Martine Thompson, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for down-to-earth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for down-to-earth
Adjective
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Like a cat with nine lives, the building has undergone multiple renovations since its humble start as a savonnerie, or soap factory, in 1630.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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But why has this humble $2.99 bag, ostensibly intended to carry produce, turned into such a status symbol?—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
15 Apr. 2025
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But trying to tell the wide-eyed students that trees are soulless breaks Janine’s determination to remain pragmatic.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2025
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Harvard's response has been both principled and pragmatic.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Ahead of the clash with Bournemouth, Guardiola has said not even victory in the competition would salvage the poor showings in the Champions League and meek surrender of the Premier League title.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Episodes 5 and 6 inverted the relationship between abrasive eldest boy Saxon and the meek baby of the family, Lochlan.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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An incredibly realistic short almond nail set that may just have your friends fooled.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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One path leads to more realistic pricing that reflects the true cost and value of these advanced systems.—
Andrew Filev,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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That adds up to more than a modest, marginal performance boost.—
John Kannapell,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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While there may be some modest concerns about his defensive impacts, Pionk is logging more than 22 minutes per night on the NHL’s best regular-season team.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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One standout piece in the campaign is the Capucines bag, reimagined in a breezy wicker material, a chic and practical choice for high-summer heat, capturing effortless elegance with a seasonal twist.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
21 Apr. 2025
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This functionality reflects a broader brand focus: making fitness practical and easy to fit into daily life.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Down-to-earth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/down-to-earth. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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