mellow

Example Sentences

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The regime would mellow over time with economic engagement, some said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The edges of radicchio mellow just enough to stay interesting.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025

He’s mellow and looks like he could work at a bank — in fact, he pursued architecture before finding a calling in film as a David Fincher protégé.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2025

And their experience was actually quite mellow compared to other flotillas because of how social media had been reacting to it.

From Slate • Sep. 29, 2025

“So, you three have been on the run how long?” asked a new, mellow, and pleasant voice; it was vaguely familiar to Harry, who pictured a round-bellied, cheerful-faced man.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling