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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
The New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2025
Tennessee Whiskeys to Try Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7
Tasting Notes: The world-famous Old No. 7 has a smooth, mellow sweetness from the charcoal filtering, with notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a light hint of banana.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Dec. 2024
But, after nearly two years, it was rediscovered and the sauce had mellowed beautifully.
—Tammy Algood, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Reverend Bryant, the minister of a predominantly Black congregation, mellow in private but fiery in the pulpit, unites a community in death as in life.
—The New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2025
Tennessee Whiskeys to Try Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7
Tasting Notes: The world-famous Old No. 7 has a smooth, mellow sweetness from the charcoal filtering, with notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a light hint of banana.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
That initial burst of fruits mellows into this gorgeous, creamy heart that keeps you coming back for more, hence the reapplications.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Dec. 2024
But, after nearly two years, it was rediscovered and the sauce had mellowed beautifully.
—Tammy Algood, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mellow
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Made of smooth vegan satin, the pillowcase is designed to be gentle on hair and skin.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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With the belief that skincare should be gentle, effective, and safe for everyone, every product is crafted with care, using natural and organic ingredients that are sustainably sourced.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
29 Jan. 2025
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While most warming devices come only in plain blacks and grays, these go out of their way to look pleasant in four colorful designs.—
Clint Davis,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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Its capabilities beyond observing the early and distant universe have been something of a pleasant surprise to scientists.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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Powell repeatedly has said the Fed is unaffected by political factors.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
24 Jan. 2025
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Smaller cruise lines that regularly dock in Nice or anchor in the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer including Sea Cloud Cruises, Windstar, and Atlas Ocean Voyages remain unaffected.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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This reduces both cost and the intentionally big flavor impact that comes from being maturing in new barrels.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
2 Feb. 2025
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But as much as investors look forward to a bull market capital injection, the industry is also trying to mature and distance itself from its online casino reputation, making allocation of new capital to projects with long-term utility and value all the more vital.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
1 Feb. 2025
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The slow-rolling single with skittering drum machine beats mashed against both mens’ drawling vocals is of a piece with Jelly’s frequent lyrical focus on mental health and his battles with substance use.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2025
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Another music star who has been rumored to possibly appear during Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show is Lil Wayne, as the two lyrical titans recently cleared the air regarding the drama surrounding Kendrick being selected over Weezy.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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There are few things more soothing than popping a gummy and lying down for a 90-minute massage.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
The Denver Post,
31 Jan. 2025
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Much research has gone into this field, with the AKC suggesting that classical, reggae, and soft rock music appear to be the most soothing for dogs.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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Samia is quick to accept the break-up, even gracious.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2025
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But this gracious view has been taken to the extreme by some Americans who view Russia as a benign actor that is either incapable, uninterested or unwilling to harm the American people.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Jan. 2025
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Find casual waffle knit pieces, sleek black sets, and more below—all $50 and below.—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Jan. 2025
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Not as a character so much as a reference point in casual dialogue.—
Glynnis MacNicol,
Rolling Stone,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Mellow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellow. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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