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as in moderate
avoiding extremes in behavior or expression
rather temperate in his appraisal of the movie, calling it good but not great
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as in sunny
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
escaped a cold Midwestern winter by vacationing in a more temperate climate down south
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as in ascetic
given to or marked by restraint in the satisfaction of one's appetites
a soft-spoken, serious-minded person of temperate habits
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Recent Examples of temperate
Nestled within the unique ecosystem of the world's sole inland temperate rain forest, Revelstoke also boasts exceptionally enchanting tree runs.
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Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
This plant is hardy in temperate and tropical regions (Zones 8–11).
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
But his words to them were pretty temperate.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
At the time, the region was an upland environment surrounded by hot, arid plains — dramatically different from the green, temperate British countryside today.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2026
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Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
This plant is hardy in temperate and tropical regions (Zones 8–11).
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
But his words to them were pretty temperate.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
At the time, the region was an upland environment surrounded by hot, arid plains — dramatically different from the green, temperate British countryside today.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temperate
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Alzheimer’s disease can impair a person’s ability to recognize familiar places, and wandering can happen at any stage of the illness, though people in the moderate stages tend to be more likely to roam off.—
Panashe Matemba-Mutasa,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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There is a moderate risk of rip currents at all Central Florida Atlantic beaches.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2026
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The primary bedroom is done up in a punchy mauve, while the others come in muted chartreuse, soft eggshell blue, and sunny yellow.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2026
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According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will start heating up in Boise on Monday, March 16, which will be partly sunny with a high near 65 and an overnight low around 43.—
Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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Housed in a bulletproof case, the delicate bones reveal the saint’s ascetic life while strict security protects relics from historical theft.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Later in life Foucault will become more ascetic, but not yet.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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The Pringles come in a Carolina blue hue and feature a mild but delicious spice inspired by Carolina pulled pork barbecue.—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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Virginia Beach, Virginia More than 30 miles of coastline, scenic walking trails, and a mild climate make Virginia Beach an attractive city for retirees.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Lunchtimes are more abstemious with avocado and tuna packed poke bowls and watermelon salad at the W lounge.—
Jemima Sissons,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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His first term now looks practically abstemious.—
Erin Neil,
New Yorker,
21 Jan. 2026
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This assortment includes the gentle yet effective Dynamic Resurfacing Peel Pads that deliver a measured dose of patented Tri-Enzyme Technology for smoother-looking skin.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Today hosts a gentle Moon-Chiron trine, empowering your friendly 11th house and your verbose 3rd house.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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The multi-continent international scenario does not sit well with several 49ers, who also will play games from coast to coast in the United States.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Goodee has one of the best stocks of artisan-made, one-of-a-kind homewares that don’t require a cross-continent trip to collect.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
30 Nov. 2025
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More than 27,000 runners are expected to descend upon Los Angeles for the 2026 LA Marathon on Sunday, running more than two dozen miles across the city in what will be uncharacteristically balmy weather.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Akshay Bhatia posted the low round of a balmy afternoon with a 66 to get within five of the lead.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Temperate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temperate. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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