modest
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—Eurozone bond yields edged higher, responding to a modest rise in oil prices, while investors focus on the European Central Bank’s upcoming rate decision.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
“Inflows are booming, supported by robust earnings growth, still modest overall equity positioning and elevated buyback activity,” the Deutsche Bank strategists said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
While dads have reasons to be concerned by plummeting levels of testosterone, a modest dip isn’t necessarily a disaster — in fact, it can make men better parents and partners.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
He’s still largely bullish, citing solid earnings prospects, resilient consumer spending and reasonably modest credit spreads, but isn’t ready to take his eye off the screen just yet.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
The boy watches both the magician and his modest audience curiously.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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