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moderately

[mod-er-it-lee, mod-rit-lee] / ˈmɒd ər ɪt li, ˈmɒd rɪt li /


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"Beluga males were indeed polygynous, but, surprisingly, only moderately so," said O'Corry-Crowe.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

Koalas can endure tough conditions in the Australian bush but prolonged exposure to even moderately hot weather can increase their risk of heat-related death, researchers said on Wednesday.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Futures point to a moderately down open for stocks, Brent crude oil prices are up a touch and U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Let’s say I’m a moderately well-off single taxpayer with an income of $200,000, so I will owe about $37K in taxes.

From Slate • May 11, 2026

I was relieved to see the cut-tail had come in moderately sized glasses, with one for Stanchion too.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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