By every measure, the questioning was relatively subdued in contrast to what both sides expect today and tomorrow when her cross-examination continues.

The union - and Mrs. Graves herself - has been relatively subdued in recent years, compared with its almost militant stance in the 1970's.

Perhaps because the networks are only beginning to respond to their challengers, the three network captains were relatively subdued in the face of the attacks.

Digs at the Yankees were relatively subdued for Red Sox fans.

Where Blair was composed and relatively subdued for a woman of her stature in the sport, Turner was overjoyed by her victory today.

Investors were delighted by the data, which buttressed the view that inflation pressures remained relatively subdued even as output grew at a substantial pace.

A No. 3, relatively subdued in the overblown world of special-edition pace cars and the like, appears on the rear roof pillars along with Earnhardt's delicate signature.

The company's opening on Wednesday night at the City Center (131 West 55th Street, Manhattan) was thus relatively subdued with respect to the atmosphere in the house.

And Democrats, especially in the Senate, were, for two reasons at least, relatively subdued in their criticisms.

The Marlins have been relatively subdued on the bases this postseason (6 stolen bases in 11 games) after leading the major leagues with 150 steals this season.