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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
the mild weather that makes springtime such a delight after a long harsh winter
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a quiet gentleman with a kindly soul and a mild disposition
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Recent Examples of mild
One problem is the Chicago climate, which is more challenging than the milder conditions of Japan and the U.S. Southeast.
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Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
That means the same balance of richness, umami, and acid, with a mild sweetness.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Warm compress: Placing a warm, wet towel on your closed eyes can help alleviate mild to moderate dry eyes.1
Eyelid cleaning: Discuss at-home eyelid cleaning with your healthcare provider.
—Sarah Bence, Health, 23 Mar. 2025
Seeing Postecoglou snap at such a mild remark demonstrated how much the Australian’s relationship with the fans has deteriorated.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
That means the same balance of richness, umami, and acid, with a mild sweetness.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Warm compress: Placing a warm, wet towel on your closed eyes can help alleviate mild to moderate dry eyes.1
Eyelid cleaning: Discuss at-home eyelid cleaning with your healthcare provider.
—Sarah Bence, Health, 23 Mar. 2025
Seeing Postecoglou snap at such a mild remark demonstrated how much the Australian’s relationship with the fans has deteriorated.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mild
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In fact, the more temperate weather can be the best time to snuggle up outside, sit by a fire pit, and enjoy a new piece of outdoor furniture.—
Shea Simmons,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2024
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The temperate weather eliminates the need for expensive insulation, heating systems, and other winter-proofing measures typical of northern builds.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
11 Mar. 2025
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Just love, patience, and someone who sees the beauty in older cats with soft hearts and gentle spirits.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2025
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The Friend functions perfectly well as a dog picture, a movie about a frazzled single woman learning to care for a gentle but unruly animal in the big, bad city.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
28 Mar. 2025
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In moderate release, Sony Pictures Classics is out with Steve Coogan in The Penguin Lessons.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
28 Mar. 2025
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Gavin Newsom seems to be attempting to rebrand as a moderate.—
Carson Becker,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2025
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Known for its soothing properties, the star ingredient, centella asiatica is great for those with rosacea to strengthen the skin barrier.—
Rosa Jisoo Pyo,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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The moisturizing strip heats up, providing soothing warmth, much in the same way a hot towel softens the skin.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
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Fans have speculated that since the first three seasons were all set in a sunny locale, the upcoming season could switch things up by spending time at a White Lotus resort in a cooler climate.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Mostly sunny skies are expected in Central Florida on Sunday, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Zach Covey said.—
Elainie Barraza,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Apr. 2025
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Rande, 62, matched his wife's and daughter's soft elegance by wearing a classic black tux with a white collared shirt and back tie.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Cook until the potatoes are soft in the center when pierced through the foil with a fork, 45–90 minutes.—
Scott Clark,
Saveur,
3 Apr. 2025
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Thursday’s Night 1 turned out to be kind of a sleepy affair for Dead & Co., as the band just sort of glided its way through most of the songs and kept things relatively mellow.—
Jim Harrington,
The Mercury News,
21 Mar. 2025
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In brief, high-rye bourbons are typically spicier, drier, and more complex, while lower-rye bourbons tend to be sweeter and mellow.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mild. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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