benign

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These growths are usually benign and cause no immediate harm.

From Science Daily

Here is a possible benign outcome: In five years, Europe emerges better prepared to defend itself, with deeper capital markets thanks to more centralized fiscal policy and eurobond issuance.

From MarketWatch

This week, Julie Jargon takes us behind the lawsuit, including how Jonathan’s initially benign conversations with a chatbot using voice interactions took a tragic turn.

From The Wall Street Journal

The immediate response to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a 10% price increase, appeared rather benign for what was long-assumed to be the oil market's nightmare scenario.

From BBC

"I do not think that is a socially acceptable answer, actually I don't think that's a medically acceptable answer, because these drugs are not benign," he said.

From BBC