moderate

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The driver of the Toyota sustained moderate injuries, and an elderly passenger in the Honda also had complaints of pain, the spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

At my age, I want minimal to moderate risk.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Some advanced treatments, such as high-intensity laser therapy and shock wave therapy, provided moderate improvements.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

If investors become concerned about a downturn, particularly one linked to slowing data-center spending, rate-base expectations will moderate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Technology’s course over the last 1,000 years in China, Europe, and possibly the Indian subcontinent exemplifies those net effects of high, moderate, and low connectedness, respectively.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond