benign

Example Sentences

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The outlook for the coming months is a lot less benign, however.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Maybe I’m reading too much into it, but as history’s proven, taking the time to look a bit deeper at totally benign, silly things can be a blast.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

These growths are usually benign and cause no immediate harm.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

Here is a possible benign outcome: In five years, Europe emerges better prepared to defend itself, with deeper capital markets thanks to more centralized fiscal policy and eurobond issuance.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

No longer did the weather look so benign.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer