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moderation

[mod-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌmɒd əˈreɪ ʃən /


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“Cross-asset moves point to a moderation in geopolitical risk, not a full risk-on shift,” the FX strategist says in a research report.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Musk acquired it in October 2022 for roughly $44 billion, rebranded it as X, cut a large portion of its staff, and loosened content moderation policies.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Other ongoing cases against SpaceX listed in the IPO include patent infringement claims, claims of noncompliance with EU content moderation, music copyright infringement claims, and data breach claims.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

For most people, moderation matters more than complete avoidance.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

It ended, again in a gesture of ostentatious moderation, with the unadorned signature: “G. Washington, United States.”

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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