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as in average
being about midway between extremes of amount or size
tired of the city but not particularly interested in small-town life, he moved to a suburb of middling size
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as in decent
of average to below average quality
was disappointed in the renowned historian's latest book, which is only middling
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Recent Examples of middling
The production market for hard goods and technology has indeed seen only middling advancement in recent months, but the industries officials have been quick to write off may be the ones to buck the trend.
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Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 7 May 2025
Think your giant sport-utility vehicle is cooler than the middling station wagon?
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 3 May 2025
That May day, along with a trifecta, Werth hit the ninth race of the day when a horse by the name of U.S. Jets crossed first for the fifth win of what would eventually be a middling 12-win career.
—Dana O'Neil, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Some of the revenues, even of the WPL clubs, are significantly less than a middling league two team.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 7 May 2025
Think your giant sport-utility vehicle is cooler than the middling station wagon?
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 3 May 2025
That May day, along with a trifecta, Werth hit the ninth race of the day when a horse by the name of U.S. Jets crossed first for the fifth win of what would eventually be a middling 12-win career.
—Dana O'Neil, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Some of the revenues, even of the WPL clubs, are significantly less than a middling league two team.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for middling
Adjective
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Despite the increase, the average number of active listings remains below the average of 13,871 for April from 1985 to 2024.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
10 May 2025
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The average time a house remains on the market has also increased to 75 days.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
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Those who stuck around to watch the game saw a decent debut for the Hopkins native outshone by another former UConn star, Napheesa Collier, who scored 34 to equal the Lynx record for most points in a season opener, per ESPN.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
17 May 2025
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Tellez is a decent hitter — sort of dangerous but also not dangerous enough to prevent him from being let go each of the past two offseasons.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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As the Times notes, median lunch prices are only around $3.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 May 2025
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Their analysis showed that a borrower earning the median U.S. AGI of $81,000 with four people the family, including 2 dependent children would see payments increase by close to $5,000 a year.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The Air Quality Index (AQI), developed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), measures air pollution on a scale from 0 to 500: 0-50 (Green): Good—air quality is satisfactory.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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In finding the right fit and tailoring these systems, a clear understanding of your business priorities and pain points can go a long way in choosing a satisfactory solution.—
Shiv Kaushik,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Salvia azurea Sun Exposure: Full sun Soil Type: Dry to medium, well-draining, lean to average Soil pH: Adaptable (6.0-8.0) USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9 With azure blooms and long grey-green foliage, blue sage has a lovely, delicate appearance that belies its tough nature.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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This design makes for a medium mattress that’s great for all sleeping positions.—
Christopher Murray
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16 May 2025
Adjective
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Still, Wallen possesses a kind of uncanny magnetism that, for better or worse, can elevate a mediocre song.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
16 May 2025
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The other sides who recorded good finishes despite a mediocre goal difference tended to be cautious, cagey teams.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Be Strategic with Equity Compensation When Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) vest, the value is treated as ordinary income and taxed immediately.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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So many aspects of this Holy Father are just so ordinary.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 May 2025
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The attention economy is controlled by tech platforms that are indifferent, if not outright hostile, to quality journalism.—
Jessica Sibley,
Time,
19 May 2025
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Safety concerns are indifferent to days of the week, and increased awareness of the general and hunting public of each other’s presence and enjoyment of the outdoors are already well established in the state.—
Brandon Gleason,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2025
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“Middling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/middling. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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