as in moderate
avoiding major social change or extreme political ideas
a candidate with middle-of-the-road views on most hot-button issues
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middle of the road
2 of 2phrase
as in middle
a middle point between extremes
I'm in the middle of the road on that issue.
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Recent Examples of middle-of-the-road
Christopher Murray, Fox News, 10 Dec. 2024
Economists from both sides of the aisle believe Bessent is a middle-of-the-road pick.
—Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2024
McLean's high-level funding and middle-of-the-road posturing may not be enough to overcome the 10% Republican registration advantage in the district, however.
—Ray Stern, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2024
Dell's Inspiron line are reliably affordable and capable, with middle-of-the-road loadouts ideal for productivity and media streaming.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 3 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
This middle-of-the-road snow blower will clear a small driveway quickly, but won’t cost you over a grand.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 10 Dec. 2024
Economists from both sides of the aisle believe Bessent is a middle-of-the-road pick.
—Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2024
McLean's high-level funding and middle-of-the-road posturing may not be enough to overcome the 10% Republican registration advantage in the district, however.
—Ray Stern, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2024
Dell's Inspiron line are reliably affordable and capable, with middle-of-the-road loadouts ideal for productivity and media streaming.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 3 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for middle-of-the-road
Adjective
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Those with mild to moderate disease can be given oral rehydration solutions.—
Mark Kortepeter,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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One in Florida offers low and moderate income residents up to $10,000.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Apr. 2025
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The forthcoming rain was good news for crews battling a wildfire in central New Jersey that erupted on April 22 and has consumed 12,250 acres.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Its distinctive leaves consist of small leaflets arranged in rows on each side of the central vein, and its small yellow flowers appear in spherical clusters.—
Erik Zou,
JSTOR Daily,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Hepworth takes a legal-first approach as opposed to other crypto ''influencers'' or traditional financial consultants, assisting investors in understanding risk, security, and long-term wealth strategies as well as market opportunities.—
Kody Boye,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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These are our favorite open earbuds for every fit and budget. Don’t forget to check out our other guides like the Best Wireless Earbuds, the Best Workout Headphones, and the Best Wireless Headphones for more traditional options.—
Ryan Waniata,
Wired News,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Middle-of-the-road.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/middle-of-the-road. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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