mild

Example Sentences

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Jesus wasn’t offering a mild religious sentiment; he was announcing a reordering of the world.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

“It’s too early to say if this is simply a mild bout of profit-taking, or a harbinger of a more protracted and deeper retreat,” said David Morrison, senior market analyst at Trade Nation.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Other buy-side strategists interviewed expressed mild unease at the market’s recent pace yet also predicted more gains.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Others credit Becerra’s mild temperament, describing him as a steady figure — the Goldilocks candidate in a field of competitors who weren’t just right.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The Professor didn’t know what to make of her, and stopped at last to ask with an air of mild surprise that was irresistible.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott