- present participle of moderate.
moderating
Example Sentences
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The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note hit a three-year high above 4.85 percent after the buyback announcement before moderating somewhat.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
The man has achieved significant political capital without moderating anything he stands for.
From Slate ● Aug. 7, 2026
Candidates could consider moderating their message to attract orphaned voters, though that can be perilous.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
Beyond moderating calories, age-old advice aimed at keeping dogs healthy into old age, including staying current on vaccines and preventive care, and keeping dogs mentally and socially engaged still stands.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
Nye is a short, short- tempered man who has difficulty moderating his aggressive vigor, his talent for language both sharp and outspoken.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
