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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
Hawaii is known for its delightfully clement climate
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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
his clement application of authority was a welcome change after years of managerial heavy-handedness
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Recent Examples of clement
This long hiatus looked set to change in late 2020, after a research team reported tantalizing evidence of phosphine gas, a possible biosignature, drifting through Venus’s relatively clement upper atmosphere.
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Leonard David, Scientific American, 14 Nov. 2023
For those of us hoping to find more clement Earth-like worlds, that wasn’t very satisfying.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 10 Apr. 2023
But, there were zones of southern Europe which remained relatively clement.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 8 Jan. 2012
Blessed by largely clement weather, San Sebastian fairly hummed, as hundreds of industry execs sat down to talk face to face – some, especially from Latin America, for the first time since February 2020.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 24 Sep. 2021
On a hot day, the river kept the park cool and clement, and there were gentle breezes with a whiff of salt in the air.
—Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2021
Sitting atop a series of ridges, Bangalore lies more than 3,000 feet above sea level—an elevation that affords the city month after month of moderate temperatures, nippy evenings, and clement afternoons.
—Samanth Subramanian, WIRED, 2 May 2017
Some scientists remained reluctant to embrace the new data; in the Soviet Union in particular the concept of a more or less clement Venus held on for several more years.
—David S. F. Portree, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2014
Leonard David, Scientific American, 14 Nov. 2023
For those of us hoping to find more clement Earth-like worlds, that wasn’t very satisfying.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 10 Apr. 2023
But, there were zones of southern Europe which remained relatively clement.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 8 Jan. 2012
Blessed by largely clement weather, San Sebastian fairly hummed, as hundreds of industry execs sat down to talk face to face – some, especially from Latin America, for the first time since February 2020.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 24 Sep. 2021
On a hot day, the river kept the park cool and clement, and there were gentle breezes with a whiff of salt in the air.
—Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2021
Sitting atop a series of ridges, Bangalore lies more than 3,000 feet above sea level—an elevation that affords the city month after month of moderate temperatures, nippy evenings, and clement afternoons.
—Samanth Subramanian, WIRED, 2 May 2017
Some scientists remained reluctant to embrace the new data; in the Soviet Union in particular the concept of a more or less clement Venus held on for several more years.
—David S. F. Portree, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2014
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clement
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Located midway between the Dolomites and the Adriatic, mountain breezes and temperate sea air combine to create a refreshingly cool and rainy climate.Paul Caputo, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Understanding Plant Needs Most houseplants are tropical varieties that need a warm or temperate environment to thrive.Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
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This ensures any updates are easy and consistent, which is essential for fast-moving companies or rapidly developing products.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Cardboard boxes are easy for bugs and rodents to chew through, so plastic containers and lids should be used instead.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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For a truly sunny break, in one of the most beautiful spots in Europe, Marbella is a great choice.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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This scent feels like that first sip of a margarita on a sunny day—zesty, cool, and just the right amount of sweet.Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
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It’s packed with nourishing ingredients and leaves lips soft and hydrated overnight.Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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Ripe pomegranates become soft and less resistant to cracking, so look for less firm fruits.Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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People who are infected may experience mild symptoms, from upper respiratory symptoms to conjunctivitis/pink eye, or more severe symptoms, which include pneumonia, multi-organ failure, or death.Charna Flam, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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Despite the mild start, winter weather advisories remain in place across high-elevation parts of Sacramento on Thursday, after the first of several storm systems hit the region on Wednesday.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Finally, for your charitable regift to be effective, some special language in the paperwork is required.Robert W. Wood, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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After a brief intermission—where Kimmel and special guests RZA, Billie Eilish, and Finneas highlighted the charitable work of Homeboy Industries and Support And Feed—Metallica superfan Jason Momoa brought the band back out with a heartfelt, personal introduction.Brendan Hay, SPIN, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Clement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clement. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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