as in soothing
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
bland food that was good for babies and invalids
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Recent Examples of bland
Harrison confidently adopts the take-no-prisoners physicality that makes Zephyr a worthy foe for Tucker, but her line readings are bland, doing nothing to enliven the basic script by Nick Lepard.
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Esther Zuckerman, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
Bonnin serves up the same kind of comfort food Cécile’s parents serve to their truckers, easy to enjoy but ultimately a bit bland.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2025
From there, the Angels have been one of MLB’s most bland and underachieving franchises.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 May 2025
Charlie Byrd of New Babylon is almost as forgettable and bland.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
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Esther Zuckerman, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
Bonnin serves up the same kind of comfort food Cécile’s parents serve to their truckers, easy to enjoy but ultimately a bit bland.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2025
From there, the Angels have been one of MLB’s most bland and underachieving franchises.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 May 2025
Charlie Byrd of New Babylon is almost as forgettable and bland.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for bland
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bland
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There is something very soothing about sitting down and putting pen to paper, like drinking a hot cup of tea or relaxing in a sauna.—
Nancy Marshall,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Veterinary Vision says that hearing your voice is very soothing for blind dogs, so talking to your pup often can help comfort them.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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Through its busy streets, the Ford Ranger PHEV emitted a gentle hum at low speeds and easily handled deep road ruts and drain covers with little fuss.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Don't boil for too long: Keep the liquid at a gentle simmer, and cook the ribs just until tenderized.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
23 June 2025
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In language the rest of us can understand that means a slightly softer and more mellow click that’s quieter and less harsh than teh average mechanical keyboard.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Buy Now: $14,990 13 Pendleton Cotton-Terry Jacquard Towel Photo : Mr Porter These towels are every bit as iconic as Pendleton’s blankets—and every bit as soft, too.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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Despite the presence of a legitimate blues superstar on the bill, the festival still had plenty of its regular mellow, low-key charm, as people sat on blankets and beach chairs and chatted with each other between bites of barbecue and burritos.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
16 June 2025
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The flavor was somewhere between a tangy sharp cheddar and a rich, mellow mild cheddar.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
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Best Time to Visit According to Wicker, early fall is the best time to visit; the weather is mild—expect temperatures between the mid-60s and low 80s—the beaches are less crowded, and there are still plenty of opportunities to fish, kiteboard, and gather around a beach bonfire.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2025
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This treatment is mild and can be done daily.1 Doing this routine at night can give the vitamins and minerals a chance to affect skin tone.2 8.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
16 June 2025
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The run of play seemed benign — rookie defender Ian Pilcher, 21, herding the ball in San Diego’s defensive half.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 June 2025
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For starters, the city already faces annual budget deficits of nearly $10 billion within four years, assuming a benign economic forecast.—
Antonio Weiss,
New York Daily News,
15 June 2025
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“Bland.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bland. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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