moderate
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In recent data that predate the war, the economy’s fundamentals have remained solid, with moderate unemployment, slightly elevated inflation and modest economic growth to end last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
The male driver’s injuries were described as major, while the woman’s and toddler’s injuries were described as minor to moderate.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
At my age, I want minimal to moderate risk.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
Some advanced treatments, such as high-intensity laser therapy and shock wave therapy, provided moderate improvements.
From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026
It stayed fair with moderate winds for the duration of their flight.
From "The London Eye Mystery" by Siobhan Dowd
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