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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
the mild weather that makes springtime such a delight after a long harsh winter
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a quiet gentleman with a kindly soul and a mild disposition
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Recent Examples of mild
Evidence for at-home tools is thinner than for professional manual drainage, but the simplest options can offer mild circulation and surface-lymph support at a low price.
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Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
Dunlap explains that these pungent compounds deter strawberry-loving garden pests like slugs and aphids while also acting as mild fungicides.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
30 June 2026
This plant prefers the mild temperatures of spring and fall and does not do well in summer heat and humidity.
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The Spruce,
30 June 2026
Heat exhaustion is milder than heatstroke, and can develop over days instead of minutes or hours.
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Lauren Victory,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
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Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
Dunlap explains that these pungent compounds deter strawberry-loving garden pests like slugs and aphids while also acting as mild fungicides.
—
Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
30 June 2026
This plant prefers the mild temperatures of spring and fall and does not do well in summer heat and humidity.
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The Spruce,
30 June 2026
Heat exhaustion is milder than heatstroke, and can develop over days instead of minutes or hours.
—
Lauren Victory,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for mild
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mild
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Best Time to Visit Since San Luis Obispo is located near California's coast, the climate stays temperate all year round.
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With warm temperatures in the summer that remain temperate through the winter, there’s never a bad time to visit Biloxi.
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Cancer June 21 – July 22 A gentle calm steadies your choices now.
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Ceconi recommends looking for detergents that are gentle and pH neutral to enhance the preservation of fiber softness.
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The party infighting has fueled fresh fears from moderate Republicans in Congress about exactly how much the GOP can get done before the midterms, with lawmakers set to go on an extended recess at the end of next month.
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Humility, a sense of humor, and keeping the lies moderate and manageable will win out every time.
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The space has a dramatic 28-foot Palladian rotunda, a saltwater soaking tub, a sauna, a steam room and a wall of water that creates a soothing, flowing sound.
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That leaves us with smart solutions and savvy helpers that are specifically designed to minimize the heat, remove stuffiness, and provide soothing, cooling relief.
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See how designer Hattie Sparks Collins gave her in-laws' new build to a sunny dose of gathering-place nostalgia.
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For a city often known first for its beaches, nightlife, and warm, sunny weather, the findings highlight just how far the Florida city's dining scene has come.
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Recreational swimming is not permitted, yet anglers fishing for tilapia, largemouth bass and carp are a common sight along the rocky sides of the soft-bottom areas.
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That first bite delivers the crispy outside with a soft chew of rice, followed by the hot dog.
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My mood might dictate a mellow classical or a nostalgic rock n’ roll journey.
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Not to worry—the 20-year-old tennis prodigy and first-generation American from the mellow foothills of Orange County, California, isn’t the type to make a fuss.
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mild. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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