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middle-of-the-roadism

noun

Definition of middle-of-the-roadismnext
as in sacrifice

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for middle-of-the-roadism
  1. sacrifice
  2. frugality
  3. mortification
  4. asceticism
  5. self-denial
  6. austerity
  7. self-discipline
  8. restraint
Noun
  • Training to become a top-tier classical dancer demands discipline and sacrifice anywhere.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • While her brother is torn between his sister and power, a devastating secret will reveal that neither resistance nor sacrifice is enough to stop oblivion.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of sacrifice
Noun
  • In real life, Andrew’s frugality drove a wedge between him and his daughters.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
  • His frugality has been well-documented, and his refusal to treat Blazers operations like an NBA team rather than an NHL one is concerning.
    — Zach Harper, New York Times, 17 July 2026
Definition of frugality
Noun
  • Despite the Warriors operating with a pathetic sense of self-mortification — bending over backward for the mere possibility the King might grace them with his presence — the power of friendship wasn’t enough to lure James to the Bay.
    — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
  • Now fully convinced of Broadwater’s innocence, Sebold looks back on the entire episode with deep mortification.
    — Joaquin Sapien, ProPublica, 30 June 2026
Definition of mortification
Noun
  • In the face of fresh crisis, belief veered towards asceticism and sometimes mysticism.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 July 2026
  • Just books and plays, and an asceticism associated with the priests Jim would often play.
    — Carl Kurlander, Deadline, 13 June 2026
Definition of asceticism
Noun
  • Automatic contributions, delayed payment windows, small rituals that add friction to impulse spending — these are all behavioral architecture moves, not acts of self-denial.
    — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • At the beginning of her relationship with John, Carolyn’s central problem was that being part of the Kennedy family demanded some level of self-denial.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Definition of self-denial
Noun
  • The stop carries political overtones as cuts to disability funding have become a flashpoint in Milei’s austerity program.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Alternatively, policymakers can use monetary tightening and austerity measures to suppress import demand, restoring the trade surplus at similar export levels.
    — Esfandyar Batmanghelidj, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of austerity
Noun
  • Success requires self-discipline, resilience and the ability to stay productive without the structure of a traditional office.
    — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • Some employ chatbots for fun or companionship, but many others use them to support their mental health care—from attempting to self-diagnose conditions to helping with self-discipline.
    — Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 18 June 2026
Definition of self-discipline
Noun
  • The stock market remains buoyant; the labor market is robust; most financial conditions indicators continue to show little restraint, either in lending or borrowing.
    — Steve Liesman,Matt Peterson, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Child Passenger Safety Week highlights best practices for choosing car seats and restraints for young children.
    — Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of restraint
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“Middle-of-the-roadism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/middle-of-the-roadism. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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