temperately

Definition of temperatelynext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temperately
Adverb
  • The Ohio State plaintiffs counter that that Wexner’s position of authority at the school would reasonably have given him valuable insights into how OSU initially responded to allegations against Strauss.
    Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 26 Jan. 2026
  • That said, finding cold-weather essentials that are high quality and reasonably priced can feel nearly impossible.
    Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2026
Adverb
  • The central bank expects Japan's GDP to grow moderately as other countries return to growth, and the BOJ sees a virtuous cycle of rising prices and wages, supported by government's economic measures and accommodative financial conditions.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Turn heat up to moderately high and put chicken breasts in the skillet.
    Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
Adverb
  • One-on-one gatherings are my preference, but no more than a group of maybe four people at a time would be acceptably comfortable for me.
    R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 28 Nov. 2025
  • Others had difficulties getting the seat and water to remain at acceptably warm temperatures.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
Adverb
  • Defensive stocks outperformed more economically sensitive cyclical stocks, while the Polymarket odds of the US recession in 2026 rose modestly to 22%.
    Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
  • The renovation started modestly with paint and new floors, but the owners soon tackled more ambitious projects.
    Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Adverb
  • The attorney general's office also said, because the district did not show how the plaintiffs could only inadequately represent them, intervention of right was not an available option, and that intervention would unnecessarily prolong the case.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Jan. 2026
  • The titular role highlighted her distinctive looks and personality including long blonde hair and an attitude sometimes inadequately described as pouty.
    IndieWire Staff, IndieWire, 28 Dec. 2025
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“Temperately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temperately. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.

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