modest
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Two parks, however, did see modest gains in visitors: Schabarum and Kenneth Hahn.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2026
Despite the contrasting patterns, the researchers emphasize that the observed testosterone differences were modest.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 13, 2026
As well as acting as a mild stimulant, research suggests caffeine may boost the effect of paracetamol, external and help it work slightly sooner, although any benefit is likely to be modest.
From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2026
That said, the Wall Street Journal flagged a modest uptick in adjusted losses and noted that rival Anthropic is operating more efficiently.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 11, 2026
Dr. Harlow will always be modest about his role in saving Phineas.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
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