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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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Spanish canals operated in a temperate climate and were managed by individual farmers who could maintain or increase their water flow.—
Ari Caramanica,
The Conversation,
8 Apr. 2025
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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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Momoa opted for softer style, wearing a suit in a gentle pink tone.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Her soothing voice and gentle manner is especially appealing to little ones.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
9 Apr. 2025
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The research revealed that even moderate and swing voters in California see undocumented immigrants as essential to the economy, and are worried about the economic fallout from Trump’s pledge to carry out mass deportations, said pollster David Binder.—
Rebecca Plevin,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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One group created a coalition that will lobby members of the current administration for more moderate trade policies, according to the New York Times.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
8 Apr. 2025
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Where to watch: Prime Video, Peacock Classical Baby For a more soothing musical option, try HBO’s ‘90s show Classical Baby.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
9 Apr. 2025
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Speaking of Nancy Meyers and Steve Martin, there’s probably nothing more soothing than watching Meryl Streep cook in a gorgeous Santa Barbara kitchen.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
6 Apr. 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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All while navigating the final stint on the soft tire for over 20 laps and keeping a surging Lando Norris behind him, not once losing his concentration.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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The women on board could soon be heard whooping in joy as three massive parachutes deployed after about nine minutes into the flight and the capsule made a soft landing two minutes later in the desert, sending up plumes of dust.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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An eight-month-old Gruyère is mellow with a caramel aroma.—
Betsy Andrews,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Animal Collective member’s new album, Sinister Grift, is the perfect mellow psychedelia for a sunny Pasadena afternoon.—
Dan Reilly,
Vulture,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mild. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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