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as in neutral
showing little or no interest or enthusiasm
the proposed table tennis club met with only a tepid response
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as in warm
having or giving off heat to a moderate degree
make sure the water for the footbath is just tepid or you'll burn yourself
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Recent Examples of tepid
It was met with a tepid response by his colleagues, however, who cited its potential to further burden a struggling commercial sector.
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
Both their tepid offense and the warm weather recalled those days.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Its soothing, strengthening, and hydrating properties would surely do my complexion well in the dry, tepid desert, but these benefits certainly ring true in any climate!
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Those relatively low numbers—which helped explain Salesforce’s rather tepid recent revenue growth—had been weighing on Salesforce’s stock.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
Both their tepid offense and the warm weather recalled those days.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Its soothing, strengthening, and hydrating properties would surely do my complexion well in the dry, tepid desert, but these benefits certainly ring true in any climate!
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Those relatively low numbers—which helped explain Salesforce’s rather tepid recent revenue growth—had been weighing on Salesforce’s stock.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tepid
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The interior designer’s Wayfair rug collection with Loloi includes so many options in neutral shades and subtle patterns that complement a variety of home styles, including modern, farmhouse, and traditional aesthetics.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The boots also have vivid contrast stitching that offsets the neutral shoe colors, adding a touch of personality to an otherwise versatile boot.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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The National Weather Service recommends stocking essential items like non-perishable food, water and warm clothing for severe winter events.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Nov. 2025
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The lookalike duo flashed their identical warm smiles while attending the Mothers & Daughters 4 Choice event back in '94.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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An overnight post, a lukewarm coffee, and an unexpected traffic spike can set the tone for the morning rundown.—
Malana VanTyler,
Ascend Agency,
6 Nov. 2025
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Much like Jennifer’s Body 15 years earlier, Lisa Frankenstein had a lackluster box office run, and inspired lukewarm critic reviews.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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He was used to students skipping the readings or making a halfhearted attempt.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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At times, Beijing has taken harsh measures toward North Korea—including temporarily suspending oil shipments, restricting Chinese tourism, and applying financial sanctions to the North—although such efforts have typically been short-lived and halfhearted.—
SHUXIAN LUO,
Foreign Affairs,
21 Aug. 2025
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The hotel is a half-mile from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center and comes with heated pools and hot tubs, as well as a fitness center and airport shuttle.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Carlson’s treatment of Fuentes on the show was in direct contrast to the pundit’s heated interview with Cruz in June.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Nov. 2025
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Cracker Barrel statement doesn't satisfy naysayers Reactions to the announcement were largely unenthusiastic, with many fans accusing the chain of ignoring their concerns and calling for a return to the old brand design.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
26 Aug. 2025
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There's only so much one can glean from the preseason, but performance reviews for Maye have been unenthusiastic at best.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Tepid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tepid. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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