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as in melodic
having a pleasantly flowing quality suggestive of music
the mellow tones of an old violin
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a teacher with a mellow approach to classroom discipline mellow soaps
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as in pleasant
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
mellow and unflappable, the office manager greatly contributes to the work environment
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as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
a mellow crowd sat on the grass and enjoyed the music coming from the band shell
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as in to mature
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Recent Examples of mellow
Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
And the truth is that Manson had a singing voice of knowing mellow command.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 7 Mar. 2025
The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2025
Anointed with unexpected establishment credentials (Queen Elizabeth II named him a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2008), Kureishi was mellowing in the 2010s.
—Hillary Kelly, The Atlantic, 3 Feb. 2025
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In addition to cutting down on banter, Blige struck a mellower, less aggressive tone than at several prior local appearances — a stunning 2004 gig at Arie Crown Theater and memorable co-headlining 2016 date with Maxwell at United Center included.
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The simmer mellows the vinegar and soy sauce into a sauce interlaced with pepper, garlic and something herbal but not immediately traceable — that’s the bay leaves.
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Momoa opted for softer style, wearing a suit in a gentle pink tone.—
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Her soothing voice and gentle manner is especially appealing to little ones.—
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Some images are pleasant, while others are painful and heart-wrenching to produce.—
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The music was a pleasant surprise and big draw for Bacon’s interest, too, but for an actor who has starred in many horror films and series throughout his career, there needed to be something really unique to entice Bacon to The Bondsman.—
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There's also the chance that costs rise for items unaffected by tariffs.—
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Waiting and seeing Some businesses are still in wait-and-see mode, pushing ahead with hiring plans because many of their customers appear unaffected by the charges.—
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The whisky was matured in two refill casks for more than half a century before bottling, one of which was slightly higher in proof than the other allowing each to contribute its own flavor characteristics.—
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The retail media landscape is maturing rapidly, and RTB represents the next logical step in its evolution.—
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The outlet unveiled its definitive ranking on Monday (April 7), placing Minaj at the top spot based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including chart performance, cultural impact, lyrical skill, longevity, and flow.—
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The lyrical content of Vernon’s records have long been marked with a tinge of turmoil, and his tendency towards heavy introspection has, at times, cornered him into a trope of a melancholy, lovesick songwriter.—
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Known for its soothing properties, the star ingredient, centella asiatica is great for those with rosacea to strengthen the skin barrier.—
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The moisturizing strip heats up, providing soothing warmth, much in the same way a hot towel softens the skin.—
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Clara’s Table restaurant is Dearborn Inn’s tribute to Henry Ford’s wife, Clara, a passionate horticulturist and gracious hostess.—
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The press conference had a very gracious tone on the U.S. relationship.—
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Pair it with sandals and sneakers for a casual outing, or zhuzh it up with wedges or flats for a more formal occasion.—
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These gorgeous serving spoons, with a stainless-steel base and bronze finish, are perfect for casual entertaining—and are completely dishwasher safe.—
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“Mellow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellow. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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