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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
But even then, some experts argued the species should receive an even milder designation of least concern.
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Gayoung Lee, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
The relatively mild November increase probably won’t be enough to discourage the officials from cutting their key rate by a quarter-point.
—Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Below in nearby Alpine, there was only a mild breeze.
—Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 11 Dec. 2024
In mild winter climates, potted hydrangea plants can outdoors with little protection.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
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Gayoung Lee, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
The relatively mild November increase probably won’t be enough to discourage the officials from cutting their key rate by a quarter-point.
—Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Below in nearby Alpine, there was only a mild breeze.
—Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 11 Dec. 2024
In mild winter climates, potted hydrangea plants can outdoors with little protection.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mild
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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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The festive season is a time of gratitude, celebration and love, where gentle hearts rejoice in places of unlimited dreams.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
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As Stern’s Instagram posts have shown us, Bud has learned to use his litter box in front of the duo, has begun to accept cat treats from a human hand, and has even been purring in response to some gentle petting.Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
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The current red flag warning is for a more moderate Santa Ana wind event, with gusts of 40 to 60 mph and humidity levels in the low, 10% to 20% range, according to the National Weather Service.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Including Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan would be a great first step that could not only strengthen more moderate Muslim nations and Jewish-Islamic ties but help the United States extend its influence in one of the world's most strategic regions.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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And yet the show has a soothing effect, predicated on the idea that human behavior (and misery) isn’t mysterious or unchangeable.Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 6 Dec. 2024
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Sunset Sherbet provides a soothing and calming effect, while the White Widow Hybrid THC-A Live Resin Liquid Budder Vape Pen offers a balanced mix of indica and sativa effects.Amplified Content Studio, The Mercury News, 2 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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The ones that come to mind for us are easily Beyond Yoga’s super soft, smooth Spacedye tights.Sara Coughlin, SELF, 10 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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The sand is beautiful, and the beach is great, nice and mellow.Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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More advanced skiers can head for the fun, mellow glades off the black-diamond Dark Side of the Moon, from the top.Graham Averill, Outside Online, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mild. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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