mildness

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Mildness is nice, but, in times of stress and danger, there is an undeniable need for strength, toughness and timely action.

From Washington Post • Feb. 11, 2022

The heart hath ease, And one would say that Mildness held the keys Of the colossal silence in her hand.

From Poems of Emile Verhaeren by Verhaeren, Emile

Too kind a man may be with fools, And nerve them but to flout him more; And Mischief oft may bring thee peace, When Mildness works not Folly's cure.

From Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 2 by Mabie, Hamilton Wright

Mildness of climate would appear to be indicated by the abundance of rice cultivation round this place, chiefly, however, about 1,000 feet below. 

From Journals of Travels in Assam, Burma, Bhootan, Afghanistan and the Neighbouring Countries by Griffith, William

Mildness towards all creatures, sincerity of behaviour, and the use of sweet words,—these, without doubt, constitute excellence.

From The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 3 Books 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 by Ganguli, Kisari Mohan