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Quiet, reserved, and modest in manner.

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demure

Her demure manner contrasted with the exuberance of her paintings.
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Lina's demure manner was quiet and modest; she accepted a compliment softly and directed attention toward the other volunteers.
From Interpreting a Quiet Manner.
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