moderate
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The bank’s research team expects moderate U.S. and global growth over the next several years, while remaining mindful of present risks such as ongoing war in the Middle East and volatile global trade flows.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
As of Thursday, 48.7% of California was experiencing abnormally dry conditions, and an additional 7.59% of the state was experiencing moderate drought, according to the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
"They should keep the threshold for injection practice very high. Only give injections for life-threatening illnesses. For mild to moderate illnesses, use oral medication."
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Pope Leo, who was elected pontiff last May following the death of his predecessor Francis, is moderate and known as a bridge-builder.
From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026
As a result, in the very long run, technology may have developed most rapidly in regions with moderate connectedness, neither too high nor too low.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
Vocabulary lists containing moderate
Liberty, Equality, Vocabulary: The French Revolution
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"Mother Tongue" by Amy Tan
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