modest
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Skim milk powder rose on solid import demand from the Middle East, North Africa and Asia, while whole milk powder was mixed, with modest price increases in Oceania offset by lower quotations in Europe.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
In addition to its effects on skin and joint health, collagen supplementation was linked to modest improvements in muscle mass, muscle structure, and tendon structure.
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
In March, the company said it expected revenue of $11.35 billion to $11.5 billion, which would have amounted to modest sales growth.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Wall Street firms lowered price targets on Netskope, citing modest net-new annual recurring revenue and the CFO’s planned retirement.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
“I’m just telling you I’m available for consultation…for a modest fee, of course.”
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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