Street voices
Haley
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United States
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"That party was low-key boring. Low-key means, like, a little bit, slightly, or secretly, or, like, subtly. Just, like, a little under-the-cover kind of vibes. I'm American and I'm from the United States."
What it means
Means a little bit, quietly, or without making a massive song and dance about it. You use it when a feeling, opinion, or plan is real but kept slightly under the radar. It can soften a statement or add that sneaky honest vibe, like you are confessing something while still pretending to play it cool.
Usage examples
"That party was low-key dead, so we grabbed fries, dipped early, and honestly had a better night sitting in the car chatting nonsense."
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