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moderate

[mod-er-it, mod-rit, mod-uh-reyt] / ˈmɒd ər ɪt, ˈmɒd rɪt, ˈmɒd əˌreɪt /






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Inflation is expected to moderate due to favorable base effects and a decline in the energy-price cap, set by the regulator, Investec economist Ryan Djajasaputra said in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Even if iPhone sales moderate, he says customers will likely prioritize purchasing higher-end, more expensive iPhone models.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

In the early ’80s, his “Working on a Love Building” was a moderate hit.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Let’s look at a more moderate scenario: With a 7% annual investment return, his “take it early and invest it” strategy becomes less clear.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

If Father weren’t so patient, I’d have long ago given up hope of ever meeting my parents’ quite moderate expectations.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank




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