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Recent Examples of mellowing
Tim Graham, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Here’s a look at my experience, which—sadly—included no dogs, but has had a subtly mellowing effect on my own mood.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2026
Noun
The spring and summer months will elicit much mellowing.
—Tim Graham, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Here’s a look at my experience, which—sadly—included no dogs, but has had a subtly mellowing effect on my own mood.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mellowing
Noun
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But a softening of views on Cuba has not materialized despite that demographic transition.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
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Some recipes call for soaking bran in boiling or hot water to speed the grain’s softening, but liquid at any temperature works as well.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Some people do need more protein, including those who are aging, pregnant or losing weight, whether through dieting or GLP-1 drugs.—
Rich Bellis,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Organizers say the seabed offers the perfect conditions for aging wine.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Students from the Newark Chapter of Future Farmers of America will have their farm animals at the event and will also be selling flowering annuals and hanging baskets, according to the release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Moderate feeders like carrots and okra require fertilizer before planting and again around mid-season, during flowering and fruiting.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Types Of Potatoes Choose early maturing or compact potatoes for container growing.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Laddering bonds involves buying multiple issues with different maturity dates and then reinvesting proceeds from maturing bonds.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Vines have traditionally been planted on the steep slopes of the riverbanks because of excellent drainage, and grapes are exposed to the maximum amount of sun for ripening in this cooler climate region.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
17 Apr. 2026
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Fruit flies are attracted to the smell of ripening fruit and decomposing produce.—
Christine Fiorentino,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After Hawks center Tony Bradley was called for an offensive foul for setting a hard screen on Alvarado, the veteran McCollum got into it with the scrappy Knicks guard, jawing face-to-face in a moment that underscored the growing chippiness in the series.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Here are the best garlic companion plants that have similar growing needs.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The ongoing test campaign, which now includes multiple aircraft, is progressing rapidly.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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Everyone on the operations team worked incredibly hard to keep the survey progressing with high efficiency.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Mellowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellowing. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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