low-grade

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To explore whether blocking IL-6 could improve depression symptoms, researchers launched a four-week randomized controlled trial involving people with treatment-resistant depression who also showed signs of low-grade inflammation in blood tests.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

The area was previously used for low-grade grazing and, sitting between two rivers with limited agricultural value, was identified as an ideal spot for rainforest restoration.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

That is based on Rhyolite, a rock with a low-grade, perhaps 0.1%, of rare earths.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Just the sort of low-grade irritation that makes you want to be gently contained by dinner.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Perhaps Phineas has a low-grade bacterial infection or perhaps a brain tumor.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman