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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
Mix a few drops of mild dish soap into a bucket of warm water.
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
Use something that contains hydrating ingredients and is mild and fragrance-free, to avoid allergic reactions and stripping the natural oils that help maintain skin's barrier function.
—Kelle Walsh, NPR, 18 June 2026
The company is actively exploring opportunities to expand its 48-volt mild hybrid architecture, which is likely to percolate throughout the lineup over time.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 18 June 2026
However, even in that case, the CDC said there are still benefits to the vaccine, including experiencing the illness in a milder form and being less likely to spread the virus to others.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 18 June 2026
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
Use something that contains hydrating ingredients and is mild and fragrance-free, to avoid allergic reactions and stripping the natural oils that help maintain skin's barrier function.
—Kelle Walsh, NPR, 18 June 2026
The company is actively exploring opportunities to expand its 48-volt mild hybrid architecture, which is likely to percolate throughout the lineup over time.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 18 June 2026
However, even in that case, the CDC said there are still benefits to the vaccine, including experiencing the illness in a milder form and being less likely to spread the virus to others.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mild
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These grasses thrive in cooler climates, though some can be found in the Southern states (especially in the temperate Upper South), including the following species.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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Those in temperate regions can keep it in a pot that's brought indoors for winter.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
10 June 2026
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Bemotrizinol is gentle enough to use on children as young as 6 months, according to the FDA, and has lower levels of absorption through the skin and into the body.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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During the Sudanese civil war, South Sudan’s elephant population plummeted from 100,000 to 5,000 over three decades, as herds of gentle bystanders got caught in the crossfire.—
The Los Angeles Times,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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There is a moderate risk of strong rip currents at all area beaches.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 June 2026
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A level 4 of 5 moderate risk for destructive storms is in place for central Illinois and northern Indiana on Wednesday.—
Kenton Gewecke,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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The set comes in over 10 colors, including a summer-ready coral and soothing sage green.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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There’s a cosmic irony in referencing Yoshimura, whose soothing compositions were famously commissioned to accompany showrooms for model homes in Japan in the 1980s and have since become synonymous with domestic comfort.—
Harry Thorfinn-George,
Pitchfork,
11 June 2026
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Hathaway was recently spotted enjoying a vacation in sunny Saint-Tropez, her baby bump visible beneath an array of breezy maxi dresses and cover-ups, including the Anne dress from her stylist Erin Walsh’s collaboration with La Ligne.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
19 June 2026
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Hidmi worries that the algae could come back, given the favorable conditions posed by the sunny, shallow pool.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
19 June 2026
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But so do bursts of color, softer fabrics and strange patterns.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Puff sleeves, a scalloped hem, lace trim, and eyelet detailing give this top a soft, feminine edge.—
Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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Consider shallots for a softer touch, sweet onions for a deep yet mellow flavor, or red onions for a pleasant tangy quality.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
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Scallion Oil Noodles Scallion oil noodles, a specialty of Shanghai and the greater Jiangnan region in eastern China, showcase the allium sweetness and mellow pungency of one of the most versatile aromatics in Chinese cuisine.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mild. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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