moderately

Example Sentences

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"Beluga males were indeed polygynous, but, surprisingly, only moderately so," said O'Corry-Crowe.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

Koalas can endure tough conditions in the Australian bush but prolonged exposure to even moderately hot weather can increase their risk of heat-related death, researchers said on Wednesday.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Let’s say I’m a moderately well-off single taxpayer with an income of $200,000, so I will owe about $37K in taxes.

From Slate • May 11, 2026

Dan directed a moderately successful sci-fi film several years ago but is now stuck shooting cheesy pop-up ads.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

By the overhead light he checked his face in the mirror: it was moderately scratched, but otherwise not so flushed now, not that bad.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols