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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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Nestled in the country’s southwest, Yunnan was known for its fertile valleys and temperate climate, ideal for growing rice and other staple crops.Scott Travers, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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The fact that Spain is situated on a peninsula has blessed the country with a historically temperate climate.Umair Irfan, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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The directional cues and reliable Bluetooth connection make locating items intuitive and easy.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
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For beginners, starting with a harness made from durable, adjustable, and easy to clean material is key.Sofia Barrett-Ibarria, Them, 8 Jan. 2025
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Some can withstand the sunny locations but some shade is best.Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2025
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Mallorca, Spain Mallorca, the largest of Spain’s Balearic Island, is famed for its sunny clime and beaches.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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However, the cozy and soft feel of the fabric is ideal for chillier temps.Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2025
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As the discipline matures, soft skills such as communication and cross-functional teamwork will prove just as critical as technical acumen.Srikanta Datta, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Shocking your taste buds with an electric salt spoon Kirin Holdings has unveiled an innovative electric salt spoon that uses a mild electrical current to enhance food flavor without adding sodium.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
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Creamy and oily on the palate with a fruity sweetness, a slight savory note, and a mild pepperiness.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.Paulina Likos, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
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We are owned by a foundation with a charitable purpose.Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Clement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clement. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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