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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
Jack Dunn, Variety, 13 Apr. 2025
During a press conference moderated by Variety, Pascal noted that his scenes with Luna were a joy to play after being separated for much of season 1.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The panel was moderated by Josh Horowitz.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Sanders said during the Wednesday night town hall moderated by CNN host Anderson Cooper.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
Newsweek Health Care Editor Alexis Kayser moderated the panel discussion.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Actress, mental health advocate and former Peloton instructor Kendall Toole, who moderated the chat with Beckham, has also recently started taking the supplement.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
In a conversation moderated by A24’s Sam Hanson, the helmers dished on everything from their devastating real-life inspiration to the nitty gritty aspects of the production process.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2025
The founder of Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, has announced substantial changes to the way that his company’s two most popular products, the social media networks Facebook and Instagram, will be moderated going forward.
—The Editors, National Review, 8 Jan. 2025
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Entertainment journalist Josh Horowitz moderated the conversation.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 13 Apr. 2025
During a press conference moderated by Variety, Pascal noted that his scenes with Luna were a joy to play after being separated for much of season 1.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The panel was moderated by Josh Horowitz.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Sanders said during the Wednesday night town hall moderated by CNN host Anderson Cooper.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
Newsweek Health Care Editor Alexis Kayser moderated the panel discussion.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Actress, mental health advocate and former Peloton instructor Kendall Toole, who moderated the chat with Beckham, has also recently started taking the supplement.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
In a conversation moderated by A24’s Sam Hanson, the helmers dished on everything from their devastating real-life inspiration to the nitty gritty aspects of the production process.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2025
The founder of Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, has announced substantial changes to the way that his company’s two most popular products, the social media networks Facebook and Instagram, will be moderated going forward.
—The Editors, National Review, 8 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moderated
Adjective
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The state isn’t tracking the number of students who have since qualified due to the change.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
13 May 2025
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Although the news came as a big shock to many, his family believes that there is no one more qualified to lead the church.—
Linda Marx,
People.com,
13 May 2025
Verb
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Its pandemic subsided in 1969, but the virus continued to circulate, eventually becoming a part of the regular seasonal flu strain.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
27 Dec. 2024
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When the waves finally subsided, there was nothing but silence.—
Michael Fiorentino,
NBC News,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Garmin also upgrades the superficial hardware in the Forerunner 970.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Health advocacy organizations say public outreach for this effort, especially to Black Georgians, has been superficial at best.—
Margaret Coker,
ProPublica,
14 May 2025
Verb
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The average grade of ore has also diminished by around 40% since 1991, BHP says.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
16 Mar. 2025
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The appetite of high street banks for lending has diminished, and investors are now much more focused on profitability and a clear understanding of runway rather than just fueling growth at any cost.—
Paul Klein,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Reaser’s Nora comes off as a shallow woman oblivious of her privilege, which is true but only partly so.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2025
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When the ocean is relatively calm and shallow, there is also less plankton, sand, particles, and other materials constantly churning in the waves, which gives the water a clearer appearance.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Pei chuan Kao was felled by Oshiro early on her way to the finals.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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Bristol-Myers Squibb down 16% Bristol-Myers is felling pressure after its schizophrenia drug, Cobenfy, failed expectations during a trial examining its efficacy as an add-on therapy for the disorder.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
5 May 2025
Verb
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The lingering worries in his mind were eased.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Some of the injuries which precipitated that slump have eased.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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