benign
Example Sentences
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Friday’s move suggests that Monday’s dip might not be as benign as it looks.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
The higher dosage of misoprostol required when it’s used alone can also lead to a greater incidence of benign but uncomfortable side effects like nausea and diarrhea.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
“But the probability around that has declined, and some of the other scenarios are less benign than that and certainly could feature higher, more persistent inflation,” which could require rate hikes, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
Far from benign, some experts say the videos can skew how people view and even interact with wildlife — potentially leading to perilous encounters.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
Before, scraping elbows together or grabbing her hand had seemed benign, just exciting enough without being serious or scary.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
Vocabulary lists containing benign
The Giver
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To Kill a Mockingbird
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Take the Bad with the Good: Bene and Mal
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