moderated
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Quarter-to-date trends remain constructive, with strong monetization continuing to offset softer betting activity, though the quarter’s earlier signs of handle stabilization moderated materially in week seven.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Beijing has moderated its diplomatic style as it likely recognised uncomfortable realities.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Private consumption likely moderated, as fiscal stimulus support waned, said ANZ Research’s Kausani Basak, noting the tourism sector’s revenue also contracted.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Wednesday’s debate will be moderated by anchor Colleen Williams and political reporter Conan Nolan of KNBC-TV, and anchor Enrique Chiabra of Telemundo 52.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Caesar was one of those who wanted to gain the principality of Rome; but if he had survived and had not moderated his expenditures after doing so, he would have destroyed the power he acquired.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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