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to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the wind began to moderate as the night wore on
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Recent Examples of moderated
Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Off the table Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, during a moderated conversation at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US, on Monday, March 30, 2026.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Beyond one-day events, YGT offers ongoing programming — including coding workshops, mentorship opportunities, and even a moderated online gaming community designed to create safe, collaborative spaces for youth.
—CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
The Indiana Fever player, 24, was at Paradise Plaza in Miami’s Design District Tuesday to discuss the initiative in a moderated Q&A with Anderson.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Schnabel will take part in a moderated discussion following the screening.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2026
The news dropped at Apple TV’s press day at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar, where the three stars joined Willink in a moderated conversation on stage.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Feb. 2026
Each afternoon ends with a moderated patient panel.
—Clayton Freeman, Florida Times-Union, 29 Jan. 2026
Now imagine all of that happening simultaneously in an unmoderated (or poorly moderated) feed visible alongside the actual ceremony.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 19 Dec. 2025
Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Fox Entertainment Studios’ Sara Chiang-Pistono moderated the hourlong session.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
Questions and comments will be moderated, read, and answered as time allows.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 27 Mar. 2026
The war has not moderated the Iranian regime.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
The discussion, moderated by Cushman & Wakefield executive Derek Hulse, centered on the shift in downtown office ownership from institutional real estate investors to private capital.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Colbert also moderated a panel for The Hobbit at the San Diego Comic-Con in 2014.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
Comments are moderated for adherence to our Community Guidelines.
—Zacharia Washington, Dallas Morning News, 24 Mar. 2026
The panel was moderated by Robb Report‘s deputy editor, Paige Reddinger.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Following a moderated conversation, there will be a screening of Lynne’s new film Every Contact Leaves a Trace, a rumination of memory and assumptions using as inspiration a stack of business cards collected over 40 years.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Off the table Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, during a moderated conversation at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US, on Monday, March 30, 2026.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Beyond one-day events, YGT offers ongoing programming — including coding workshops, mentorship opportunities, and even a moderated online gaming community designed to create safe, collaborative spaces for youth.
—CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
The Indiana Fever player, 24, was at Paradise Plaza in Miami’s Design District Tuesday to discuss the initiative in a moderated Q&A with Anderson.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Schnabel will take part in a moderated discussion following the screening.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2026
The news dropped at Apple TV’s press day at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar, where the three stars joined Willink in a moderated conversation on stage.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Feb. 2026
Each afternoon ends with a moderated patient panel.
—Clayton Freeman, Florida Times-Union, 29 Jan. 2026
Now imagine all of that happening simultaneously in an unmoderated (or poorly moderated) feed visible alongside the actual ceremony.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 19 Dec. 2025
Verb
Actors Barbara Hershey and Bruce Davison will be there for a Q&A moderated by screenwriter Larry Karaszewski.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Fox Entertainment Studios’ Sara Chiang-Pistono moderated the hourlong session.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
Questions and comments will be moderated, read, and answered as time allows.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 27 Mar. 2026
The war has not moderated the Iranian regime.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
The discussion, moderated by Cushman & Wakefield executive Derek Hulse, centered on the shift in downtown office ownership from institutional real estate investors to private capital.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Colbert also moderated a panel for The Hobbit at the San Diego Comic-Con in 2014.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
Comments are moderated for adherence to our Community Guidelines.
—Zacharia Washington, Dallas Morning News, 24 Mar. 2026
The panel was moderated by Robb Report‘s deputy editor, Paige Reddinger.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moderated
Adjective
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That said, these are average rates, and qualified borrowers who take the time to shop around for lower rates may find more affordable options.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The lowest APRs are only available to the most qualified applicants, depending on credit profile and the state where the property is located, and those who also select ten year loan terms; APRs will be higher for other applicants and those who select longer loan terms.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In the past forty years, men’s wages have decreased as a percentage of over-all family income, while broader wealth inequalities and job insecurity have grown.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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In two of six Minneapolis areas, overall crime decreased 43% and 56% respectively, while, in all other areas, overall crime rose.—
Eric Adler
March 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Despite the eased restrictions, Rader is still only allowed out of his 8-foot-by-10-foot cell for one hour a day, five days a week.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Workers discovered a grave containing human remains beneath tiles after part of the floor of St Peter and Paul Church subsided in February, triggering a race to identify the skeleton through DNA testing.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
26 Mar. 2026
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Government officials say new detentions have subsided since then, as the number of ICE officers in Minnesota has receded from a high of around 3,000 to close to their previous levels of over 100.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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For now, at least, that defense is mostly superficial.—
Gaby Del Valle,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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These smaller, superficial doses can help minimize the appearance of pores, reduce oiliness, soften fine lines, and create a smoother overall finish without freezing your facial movements.—
Jenny Jin,
Allure,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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More elderly people could find themselves at the mercy of an obscure government program meant to save them from harm and preserve their dignity when their ability to take care of themselves is diminished.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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But with the chances of a Fed rate cut later this year highly diminished now and, with the reality that a cut (if it is issued) is likely to be by just 25 basis points, these estimates are unlikely to change dramatically, either.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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If the topsoil isn't very deep on part of the lawn due to shallow tree roots popping up there, add 1/4 inch of topsoil.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
2 Apr. 2026
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Arrange ribs in shallow bowls, over mashed potatoes if desired, and spoon sauce over.—
Jenny Rosenstrach,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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With a hollow interior trunk, Stumpy was among 158 trees felled in 2024 as part of a project aimed at shoring up a sea wall near the National Mall.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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And to be sure, there were winds and rain strong enough to fell several trees, flood a few roads, and knock out power in some Maryland and Virginia suburbs.—
Scott Simon,
NPR,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Moderated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moderated. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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