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middle of the road

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phrase

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
Adjective
These tend to provide a combination of cushioning and lateral support that’s a little more middle-of-the-road. Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 11 Mar. 2025 The Oscars were about quality meeting popularity, about a kind of middle-of-the-road solid ground — and, at moments, artistic fearlessness. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 3 Mar. 2025 His work leading nonprofits and a small business explains his middle-of-the-road stance on enforcing new mandates on industry. John Frank, Axios, 8 Jan. 2025 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 See All Example Sentences for middle-of-the-road
Recent Examples of Synonyms for middle-of-the-road
Adjective
  • There are currently multiple drugs available to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer's, making an early and accurate diagnosis an important first step to managing symptoms and slowing further cognitive decline.
    Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 16 May 2025
  • Legislation like the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future has no regard for Maryland’s fiscal well-being and will only serve to alienate moderate voters.
    Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2025
Adjective
  • The incident's central command constantly receives progress reports from firefighters on the ground.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2025
  • Glasner has used the 3-4-3 in every game this season, and a back three is well-suited to playing against two central attackers.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Adjective
  • Known for its bold yellow hue and long history in traditional medicine, turmeric has caught the attention of researchers for one surprising reason: its potential to help lower cholesterol.
    Jennifer Moll, Verywell Health, 19 May 2025
  • Mirrored after the traditional athletic signing days wherein student athletes commit on paper to pursue their academic and athletic careers at a college or university, academic signing days are designed to honor scholars following a different path.
    Lena Miano, Arkansas Online, 19 May 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 23 May. 2025.

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