modest
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While a modest correction is probable in the near-term, RBC Capital Markets’ analysis of previous significant market drawdowns finds many of the telltale signs are lacking at present.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 28, 2026
Iran's laws ban public performances by women and require them to wear headscarves and modest clothing.
From BBC β Sep. 28, 2026
Churn, meaning the percentage of paying subscribers who cancel each year, is reasonably modest, at 15%, as well.
From MarketWatch β Sep. 28, 2026
Rafael Gutierrez, a 42-year-old artist, is leading the project from his modest workshop in Lima's Carabayllo district.
From Barron's β Sep. 26, 2026
I am not too modest to admit that in sixth grade, I had serious game.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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