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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
the mild weather that makes springtime such a delight after a long harsh winter
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a quiet gentleman with a kindly soul and a mild disposition
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Recent Examples of mild
Mostly cloudy and mild with a 20% chance of showers.
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Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
But after that, milder winter temperatures set in, with highs in the 50s.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
The rich, creamy ice cream texture blends perfectly with the honey's mild sweetness.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
But the mild-mannered professor did not come across as ideal when the Golden State Warriors JV team routed Denver last weekend in the fourth quarter.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2026
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Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
But after that, milder winter temperatures set in, with highs in the 50s.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
The rich, creamy ice cream texture blends perfectly with the honey's mild sweetness.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
But the mild-mannered professor did not come across as ideal when the Golden State Warriors JV team routed Denver last weekend in the fourth quarter.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mild
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The family live in the temperate coastal city of Newcastle, which is 1,200 miles south of Australia's crocodile habitat in the tropical north.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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With warm temperatures in the summer that remain temperate through the winter, there’s never a bad time to visit Biloxi.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2026
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The silence of the lake—save for the gentle peal of church bells on Sunday mornings and the plop of ducks plunging beneath the water surface—is a rare and unforgettable pleasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Mar. 2026
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Cleaning the bathroom with hydrogen peroxide is both gentle and effective, and there are plenty of ways to use it within the space.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
5 Mar. 2026
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The condition isn't fully understood, as causes can range from mild to moderate head trauma, to pre-existing inner ear diseases, and treatment is confined largely to a physical therapy exercise called the Epley maneuver.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Mar. 2026
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The clash mirrors a broader fight within the Democratic Party, as progressive candidates push for a more confrontational stance toward Israel’s government and more moderate lawmakers warn against alienating pro-Israel voters and donors.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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The rooms The 132 rooms (including nine suites and a presidential suite) feel airy, soothing, and upscale without veering fussy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Step one clears away dead skin and gunk with exfoliating acids like lactic, malic, and glycolic; step two adds in soothing, anti-aging ingredients like green tea and adenosine.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Feb. 2026
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When growing basil indoors on a sunny windowsill, give pots a quarter turn weekly to expose all sides to the sun and ensure seedlings won't be pale and spindly.—
Sheryl Geerts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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When March rolls around, spring finally comes into sight, bringing longer days, sunnier skies, and blossoming flowers.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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The material is a blend of viscose, polyester, and nylon that shoppers call surprisingly soft and stretchy.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Feb. 2026
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Creamy and soft, these shades aren't as stark as bright white and leave your nails looking clean while still feeling contemporary.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Seemingly endless peaks stretched out before us with everything from mellow trees to steep alpine bowls, leaving us salivating over those lines.—
Brent Rose,
Outside,
28 Feb. 2026
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Apples tend to be crisp with a tangy-sweet flavor, while pears are softer, with a grainier texture and a more mellow sweetness.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mild. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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