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as in temperate
avoiding extremes in behavior or expression
he was only a moderate drinker, generally stopping after a couple of glasses of wine
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as in central
avoiding major social change or extreme political ideas
the principal's moderate position on cell phones is that students can use them at school but only for emergencies
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as in average
being about midway between extremes of amount or size
a moderate snowfall was forecast for the region
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as in mild
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
a city that is celebrated for its moderate climate
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as in centrist
a person who holds moderate views
to the community's detriment, moderates were often shouted down at town meetings by the local hotheads
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as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the wind began to moderate as the night wore on
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Recent Examples of moderate
Clara Migoya, AZCentral.com, 12 July 2025
Because of the fires, moderate to heavy smoke is expected to linger in southwest Colorado, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 11 July 2025
Erin Doherty,christina Wilkie, CNBC, 2 July 2025
Both Senate and House moderates have argued that the House bill goes too far in its repeal of the Biden-era tax credits for climate-friendly energy sources.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 17 June 2025
Dominique Fluker, Essence, 4 July 2025
The rotation has already moderated a bit since the early afternoon.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 1 July 2025
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Adjective
Ticks thrive in brushy or wooded areas with moderate temperatures and some humidity.
—Clara Migoya, AZCentral.com, 12 July 2025
Because of the fires, moderate to heavy smoke is expected to linger in southwest Colorado, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 11 July 2025
Noun
Both moderates and conservative hardliners are demanding changes to a Senate version of the bill.
—Erin Doherty,christina Wilkie, CNBC, 2 July 2025
Both Senate and House moderates have argued that the House bill goes too far in its repeal of the Biden-era tax credits for climate-friendly energy sources.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 17 June 2025
Verb
During the panel, moderated by Nina Oduro the pair expressed the importance of being in one-self to get to the next level, in career, business, and personal life, as well, as ulitaizing their intuition.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 4 July 2025
The rotation has already moderated a bit since the early afternoon.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moderate
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The list includes places like Malta, a five-island nation with terrific beaches, a temperate climate and low crime, and Belize, the only Central American country with English as its official language.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Rain put somewhat of a damper on things during the day Friday with stages closing early and the start time for the stadium shows pushed back to 9 p.m. But fans were still eager to enjoy the temperate 75-degree night with some of country music's biggest stars.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Back to school is almost here: Some central Indiana schools go back to school in two weeks.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
15 July 2025
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Buckwheat 6 grams per cup cooked; gluten-free; complete protein Despite its name, buckwheat, which originated in central and western China, isn’t actually related to wheat.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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The average length of care per month jumped from roughly two months in December 2024 to more than five months by May 2025, according to HHS data.—
Nicol León,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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The average lunch break in the U.K., for workers who have one, lasts thirty-three minutes.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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Allergic reactions vary in severity from mild symptoms, such as hives and lip swelling, to life-threatening complications, such as anaphylaxis, that may include fatal respiratory problems.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Our mild springs can confuse hydrangeas, especially when a late freeze follows warm weather.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
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Also on Monday, Republicans learned that Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.), a swing-district centrist and occasional critic of Trump, will not be running for reelection.—
Emily Martin,
The Hill,
30 June 2025
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Mamdani, a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, represented the left of the candidate spectrum, with Cuomo, a centrist who appointed many Republicans to his administration, on its right.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
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The enhanced subsidies started during the COVID-19 pandemic under the Biden administration and helped dramatically decrease the cost of premiums for these plans.—
Selena Simmons-Duffin,
NPR,
18 July 2025
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There isn’t an income ceiling, but the percentage gradually decreases as income rises.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
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Several Republican members who spent years hyping up the Epstein case remained restrained in criticizing the White House's handling of the matter.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
24 July 2025
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This restrained color story feels fresh yet timeless.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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The median overtime pay for those rangers was $567.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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Analysts' price targets for the stock range from $4 to $9, according to MarketWatch, with a median target of $8.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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“Moderate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moderate. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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