mild
Example Sentences
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The study shows that aging lung cells can trigger an overly aggressive immune response, which can turn even mild infections into serious conditions.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
If temperatures look mild, consider bringing long sleeves for the evening because it does get cold.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
A score of one to 100 means you have mild plaque; 100 to 300 indicates moderate plaque; and 300 to 1,000 is severe plaque.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Manufacturers now use different ratings on the labels of the creams - from mild to very potent - so there is more clarity on the strength of these medications.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
“Not at all, sir. It is a beautiful moonlight night; and so mild that I must draw back from your great fire.”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
