modest
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The findings detailed in the Journal of Infection said the impact on the immune system was "modest", but they are still generating excitement.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
In March, the company said it expected revenue of $11.35 billion to $11.5 billion, which would have amounted to modest sales growth.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
That sounds modest but isn’t, as these things go.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
The two subtypes also displayed differences in overall brain organization and showed modest differences on standard autism assessments.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
All in all, it seemed to Penelope that a modest amount of optimism could safely be given free rein.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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