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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
Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
With a 1:1 ratio of THC and CBD, this bubbly seltzer delivers just the right kind of mellow—no hangover required.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Dec. 2024
But, after nearly two years, it was rediscovered and the sauce had mellowed beautifully.
—Tammy Algood, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
This can be a seat cover if your dog is larger, mellow, or likes to lay out.
—Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
With a 1:1 ratio of THC and CBD, this bubbly seltzer delivers just the right kind of mellow—no hangover required.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
That initial burst of fruits mellows into this gorgeous, creamy heart that keeps you coming back for more, hence the reapplications.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Dec. 2024
But, after nearly two years, it was rediscovered and the sauce had mellowed beautifully.
—Tammy Algood, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mellow
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With the belief that skincare should be gentle, effective, and safe for everyone, every product is crafted with care, using natural and organic ingredients that are sustainably sourced.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
29 Jan. 2025
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Made of smooth vegan satin, the pillowcase is designed to be gentle on hair and skin.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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While most warming devices come only in plain blacks and grays, these go out of their way to look pleasant in four colorful designs.—
Clint Davis,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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Image While perfectly pleasant to watch, the movement here, paired with the sentimental music, telegraphs a gravity that feels put on from the outside, rather than emanating from some deeper internal purpose or choreographic motor.—
Siobhan Burke,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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Powell repeatedly has said the Fed is unaffected by political factors.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
24 Jan. 2025
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Smaller cruise lines that regularly dock in Nice or anchor in the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer including Sea Cloud Cruises, Windstar, and Atlas Ocean Voyages remain unaffected.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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The number represents the temperature required for porcelain to mature in a kiln.—
Tianwei Zhang,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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That’s especially true of ultra-aged expressions that matured for decades.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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The slow-rolling single with skittering drum machine beats mashed against both mens’ drawling vocals is of a piece with Jelly’s frequent lyrical focus on mental health and his battles with substance use.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2025
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Another music star who has been rumored to possibly appear during Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show is Lil Wayne, as the two lyrical titans recently cleared the air regarding the drama surrounding Kendrick being selected over Weezy.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Naturally, these delicate birds give her life a soothing meaning.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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With its sweet berry and citrus flavor profile, Sunset Sherbet is perfect for those craving a soothing, candy-like vibe.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2025
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Samia is quick to accept the break-up, even gracious.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2025
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But this gracious view has been taken to the extreme by some Americans who view Russia as a benign actor that is either incapable, uninterested or unwilling to harm the American people.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Jan. 2025
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Not as a character so much as a reference point in casual dialogue.—
Glynnis MacNicol,
Rolling Stone,
26 Jan. 2025
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Find casual waffle knit pieces, sleek black sets, and more below—all $50 and below.—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Mellow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellow. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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