1
as in decent
of average to below average quality
your grades are mediocre and barely acceptable
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as in terrible
of low quality
mediocre carvings in a pseudo-African style that are sold to tourists
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Recent Examples of mediocre
For years, the equation seemed simple: look for the cheapest fare, even if the trip was mediocre.
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Wilson Santiago Burgos, USA Today, 20 July 2025
Still, the mediocre sequel has fresh wind in its sails thanks to director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson’s sequel/reboot, which once again brings together Hewitt, Prinze, and several other familiar cast members in theaters.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 18 July 2025
The ranch dressing takes it by the hand and skips merrily down the path of, if not deliciousness, at least something better than mediocre.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
However, the space program has been restricted so far to a mediocre elite.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 15 July 2025
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Wilson Santiago Burgos, USA Today, 20 July 2025
Still, the mediocre sequel has fresh wind in its sails thanks to director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson’s sequel/reboot, which once again brings together Hewitt, Prinze, and several other familiar cast members in theaters.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 18 July 2025
The ranch dressing takes it by the hand and skips merrily down the path of, if not deliciousness, at least something better than mediocre.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
However, the space program has been restricted so far to a mediocre elite.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mediocre
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Jimenez is a decent prospect to send to a division foe in exchange for a rental pitcher and a glorified project in Dobnak.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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Just the nicest, most talented, and most decent kid around.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
29 July 2025
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My heart goes out to all of the Jewish children, grandchildren and future great-grandchildren who must ultimately bear the brunt of the terrible additional worldwide antisemitism caused directly by the horrific actions of the Israeli government over the past two years.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Aug. 2025
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Friday was particularly unsettling as terrible jobs data slammed the market and triggered President Donald Trump .—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
2 Aug. 2025
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One factor that now seems to ensure a satisfactory resolution for both parties is the resurrection of the NFL’s interest in taking an equity stake in ESPN, rumors of which first began circulating in early 2024.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
25 July 2025
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The plane’s fuel was tested and found to be of satisfactory quality, and no significant bird activity is observed in the vicinity of the flight path, according to the report.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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Spurred by climate change, Canadian wildfires have increasingly exacerbated poor air quality across Milwaukee and southern Wisconsin.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Because the movie's central dynamic—a powerful, U.S.-backed aggressor invading a poor, largely defenseless neighbor—is all too familiar.—
Faisal Kutty,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Baltimore has a high passing matchup points total versus a middling rush matchup points mark, so there is a matchup lean to throw the ball this season.—
KC Joyner,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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California’s flat population over five years ranked No. 47 and its five-year job growth at 3.8% was a middling No. 25.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
21 July 2025
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Under 25% Source: Zillow These cities became incredibly overheated during the pandemic, when out-of-state remote workers moved in to find cheaper homes, a more affordable cost of living, and a good quality of life.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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Xfinity offers some of the cheapest plans available in Nashville, but prices may go up once the promotional period ends.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
1 Aug. 2025
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And even better, Dunkin’ Rewards members can enjoy all medium Refreshers for $3 through Aug. 19, though additional charges, terms, and exclusions may apply, and participating locations may vary.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
30 July 2025
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Who fits this plan: Homes with light to medium usage and up to five devices Who does not fit this plan: Because of speed limitations, people who game or stream on multiple devices may find this plan doesn't suit their needs.—
David Brinkerhoff,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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Instead of allowing senior citizens and disabled first-responders choose the plan that was right for them — and the vast majority have chosen traditional Medicare — de Blasio forced every one of them into an inferior Medicare Advantage plan run by a for-profit insurance company.—
Marianne Pizzitola,
New York Daily News,
14 July 2025
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The bolder value vision is in using new AI capabilities to solve long-standing inefficiencies or problems that may have been targeted before, albeit with inferior technology.—
Beena Ammanath,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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“Mediocre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mediocre. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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