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as in temperate
avoiding extremes in behavior or expression
he was only a moderate drinker, generally stopping after a couple of glasses of wine
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as in central
avoiding major social change or extreme political ideas
the principal's moderate position on cell phones is that students can use them at school but only for emergencies
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as in average
being about midway between extremes of amount or size
a moderate snowfall was forecast for the region
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as in mild
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
a city that is celebrated for its moderate climate
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as in centrist
a person who holds moderate views
to the community's detriment, moderates were often shouted down at town meetings by the local hotheads
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as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the wind began to moderate as the night wore on
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as in temperance
an avoidance of extremes in one's actions, beliefs, or habits
the kind of person who does everything in moderation
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Recent Examples of moderate
Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 14 Dec. 2024
The number of emergency room visits for RSV is moderate but trending upward.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 6 Dec. 2024
Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 16 Nov. 2024
Lawler and Jones both looked to portray themselves as moderates while slamming their opponent as extreme.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Dec. 2024
For example, those living with gout may need to moderate their turkey intake, as research has shown that poultry can increase the build-up of uric acid, a precursor to the painful condition.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 25 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
According to the company, the most common adverse events in the trial were mild to moderate gastrointestinal issues, the company reported.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 14 Dec. 2024
The number of emergency room visits for RSV is moderate but trending upward.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 6 Dec. 2024
Noun
The moderates and ultraconservatives Vulnerable House Republicans who won in tight races this year, including Reps. Don Bacon of Nebraska, Michael Lawler of New York, and David Valadao of California, were critical to the party retaining control of the House.
—Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 16 Nov. 2024
Lawler and Jones both looked to portray themselves as moderates while slamming their opponent as extreme.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
Verb
DuVernay was speaking in a conversation event at the Marrakech film festival, moderated by Rosalie Varda, daughter of late iconic filmmaker Agnès Varda, who is friend of the Selma, 13th and A Wrinkle in Time director and producer.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Dec. 2024
For example, those living with gout may need to moderate their turkey intake, as research has shown that poultry can increase the build-up of uric acid, a precursor to the painful condition.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 25 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moderate
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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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But Cuba has been central to Rubio’s long climb from city commissioner in West Miami to state representative to US senator to Republican presidential candidate to now being selected for secretary of state.Patrick Oppmann, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
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As Butler — the third Black woman to serve in the Senate — leaves public office, the identity politics that were central to her rise are now under scrutiny by Democrats, who are working to understand their devastating losses in this year’s election.Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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Their average winning margin in their seven home wins thus far is 4.7 points.Michael Salfino, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Despite spending more per person on healthcare than any other nation, the average life expectancy of American adults falls below that of 56 countries on six continents.Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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People who are infected may experience mild symptoms, from upper respiratory symptoms to conjunctivitis/pink eye, or more severe symptoms, which include pneumonia, multi-organ failure, or death.Charna Flam, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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Despite the mild start, winter weather advisories remain in place across high-elevation parts of Sacramento on Thursday, after the first of several storm systems hit the region on Wednesday.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Federal grant aid per student decreased nearly 4% in the same period, which is in line with decreases in enrollment.Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
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But since June, migrant encounters between ports of entry have decreased by 55 percent.ABC News, ABC News, 8 Dec. 2024
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Speaking on behalf of the Mercosur nations, President of Uruguay Luis Lacalle Pou was more restrained and succinct.Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 6 Dec. 2024
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In June, the United States made a move in this direction by sponsoring a UN resolution calling on both Israel and Hamas to end the war, although the language was somewhat restrained, and for now, the resolution has had little effect.Daniel Silverman, Foreign Affairs, 28 Aug. 2024
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The company reports that the median user interaction lasts 60 seconds.Spencer Dorn, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Over the past century, the median new home build has more than doubled in size, from just over 1k sq. ft. to nearly 2.5k sq. ft.Zachary Crockett, thehustle.co, 13 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 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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“Moderate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moderate. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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