moderated

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“This result was driven in part by the company’s disciplined approach to promotional spending and the resulting moderated upgrade activity, which impacted wireless-equipment revenue,” Verizon noted in its release.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

Gains were moderated by a fall in purchases of building materials and garden equipment and supplies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

He added: "The impetus for doing so would be entirely self-driven by Mr Albon's views, and not moderated by any insight towards, or empathy for, the mother."

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Although food inflation has moderated from 2022, Ortega said prices are up about 30% from before the Covid-19 pandemic.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

She gave him a little horn cup containing a hot potion whose bitterness was moderated by honey, and presently he lay back and fell deeply asleep.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman