conservative
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Those are conservative figures, and do not take into account rain-induced canopy damage or reduced food availability, said the authors of the study published on Wednesday.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
They brought an attitude toward government and power that would strengthen conservative hierarchies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
They might then get either too risky or too conservative with their investments, or claim their Social Security as early as possible, even if that’s not the best financial move for them.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Experts, activists and records prepared by veterinarians at events say these numbers probably are conservative and underrepresent the extent of injuries that happen at rodeos.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
At the service’s conclusion, Roy Wilkins, the conservative executive director of the national NAACP, came to the pulpit and delivered a restrained endorsement of the Durham student protests.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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