anodyne

Example Sentences

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Having spent years listening to Cubans repeat anodyne revolutionary slogans when asked for their opinions on camera, it's disarming to hear such frank views expressed with no outward fear of the repercussions.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Pretty was undeniably in again, and often so anodyne that even lipstick lovers like myself longed for the days of an angsty anti-makeup manifesto.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026

Usually engaged in anodyne activities, they present idealized versions of childhood: full of stereotypical sweetness, innocence and light.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Nevertheless its anodyne prescription feels appropriate for these turbulent times.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

They exchanged a few anodyne words—“it certainly was not unpleasant,” recalled Oppenheimer, who stayed only briefly and left first.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik