moderated
Example Sentences
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Beijing has moderated its diplomatic style as it likely recognised uncomfortable realities.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
A cooler increase in gasoline prices moderated overall sales growth for retailers in April.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
“Bookings moderated in March and early April for Mediterranean and West Coast of Mexico itineraries due to geopolitical developments,” Royal Caribbean said in a statement.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
Beshear moderated the conversation among the state leaders at the Los Angeles-area home of liquor heiress Ellen Bronfman Hauptman and her husband, former Chicago Fire soccer club owner Andrew Hauptman.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
Caesar was one of those who wanted to gain the principality of Rome; but if he had survived and had not moderated his expenditures after doing so, he would have destroyed the power he acquired.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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