Example Sentences

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That mildness is characteristic of the film, which is colorful to look at but dull.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

You can choose baby Swiss if you like creamy mildness, but I love the nutty tang of an aged wedge — it lingers just enough to remind you it’s there.

From Salon • Sep. 30, 2025

It lends a layered spiciness, she said, with pops of mildness from sesame and citrus, and soothing warmth from sansho pepper.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 15, 2023

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was aghast at the mildness of the fine under law, 1,000 Australian dollars, which converts to $708.

From Washington Times • Feb. 1, 2023

In reality, the fair was far behind schedule, with worse delay forestalled only by the winter’s mildness.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson