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as in melodic
having a pleasantly flowing quality suggestive of music
the mellow tones of an old violin
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2
as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a teacher with a mellow approach to classroom discipline mellow soaps
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as in pleasant
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
mellow and unflappable, the office manager greatly contributes to the work environment
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as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
a mellow crowd sat on the grass and enjoyed the music coming from the band shell
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as in to mature
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Recent Examples of mellow
Paddy O'Connell, Outside Online, 1 May 2025
Turns out, pro-level mountain running on rugged terrain is quite a bit different than x collegiate trail running on more mellow courses..
—Andy Wacker, Outside Online, 18 May 2025
Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2025
Foreman had mellowed, matured, and found spirituality.
—John Devore, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
That’s nearly a10-minute beautiful, mellow instrumental.
—Paddy O'Connell, Outside Online, 1 May 2025
Turns out, pro-level mountain running on rugged terrain is quite a bit different than x collegiate trail running on more mellow courses..
—Andy Wacker, Outside Online, 18 May 2025
Verb
This has perhaps offered a floor for stock prices and mellowed the sell-off ravaging global markets in recent weeks.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2025
Foreman had mellowed, matured, and found spirituality.
—John Devore, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mellow
Adjective
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The two-piece gown featured a sculpted bodice with a gentle curve at the neckline and a drop waist that nodded to early 2000s silhouettes.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
30 May 2025
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Establishing a calming bedtime routine, like gentle brushing or massage, can also help to cue bedtime and reduce nighttime barking.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Make sure to learn about Filipino values, avoid superiority, and be a pleasant neighbor in this country that is welcoming you.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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View 7 Images The Tiffin GH1 all-terrain camper van was one of the most pleasant RV surprises of 2024.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott emphasized that the city's drinking water remains unaffected by the spill.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Tariffs imposed under a different legal authority called Section 232 — including on imports of autos, steel and aluminum — are unaffected by the ruling.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Season 4 also sees Jesse’s wife, Amber, played with gentle stoicism by Cassidy Freeman, step into her own, developing a successful couple’s program through the Gemstone church and gently guiding her slowly maturing husband in the right direction.—
Carole Horst,
Variety,
1 June 2025
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It was matured in a small batch of 27 first-fill bourbon barrels and 4 oloroso sherry butts, combining traditional Speyside richness with layered depth.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Adjective
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More specifically, tracks from his 2011 debut mixtape House of Balloons were delivered with the urgency and conviction of that same mysterious musician with a penchant for lyrical tawdriness.—
Candace McDuffie,
VIBE.com,
6 June 2025
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There’s seemingly not much back-and-forth on the lyrical themes or specifics.—
Katherine Turman,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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As soothing as that may sound, fun is really the theme.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
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To help replenish healthy-looking skin while preventing irritation from the potent star ingredient, there’s a soothing and moisturizing blend of hyaluronic acid and shea butter.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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Its three-stateroom design lets owners and guests can enjoy weekend cruising, while the exterior promotes gracious outdoor living in the large beach-club area, or up on the sport bridge.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
28 May 2025
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But Bill Fox fans are a kind of a tribe, and Hagan was as gracious as could be.—
Nate Rogers,
Vulture,
22 May 2025
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The woman’s friend and the casual man spend time every few weeks, play pool, and text daily.—
Stephanie Guerilus,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Born from old coffee bean bags, the canvas fabric stood out on the runway, crafted as a casual option for hanging close to shorelines.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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“Mellow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellow. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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