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as in neutral
showing little or no interest or enthusiasm
the proposed table tennis club met with only a tepid response
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as in warm
having or giving off heat to a moderate degree
make sure the water for the footbath is just tepid or you'll burn yourself
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Recent Examples of tepid
Sunni Arab states that once hoped Iran would emerge weakened from the war issued tepid support for an agreement that could ultimately leave the fate of their oil exports at the whims of an emboldened adversary.
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Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
As for the tepid run-up to this World Cup?
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Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
13 June 2026
But considering that the National Park Service logged some 323 million visits at more than 400 sites last year, the 35,000 initial public comments received from June to January and released following a lawsuit was a tepid response.
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ABC News,
10 June 2026
It's considered a box office flop, making just over $98 million from a $80 million budget, and its reviews were tepid to say the least.
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Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
8 June 2026
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Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
As for the tepid run-up to this World Cup?
—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
13 June 2026
But considering that the National Park Service logged some 323 million visits at more than 400 sites last year, the 35,000 initial public comments received from June to January and released following a lawsuit was a tepid response.
—
ABC News,
10 June 2026
It's considered a box office flop, making just over $98 million from a $80 million budget, and its reviews were tepid to say the least.
—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tepid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tepid
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On the other side, the plumbing is being pushed toward neutral ground.
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For a more understated look, classic French tips, neutral ombré, and sheer pink designs offer a polished finish without feeling too bold.
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Goodson explains that pomegranates thrive in warm climates and are widely enjoyed around the world.
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Mallorca In fall, the crowds in Mallorca dissipate, the sea stays warm, and the impossible restaurant reservation opens up.
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Tracking services told Deadline as summer kicked off that Supergirl, along with Amazon MGM Studios’ bomb Masters of the Universe and Universal/Amblin’s Disclosure Day, were key event films that were extremely lukewarm in their word of mouth.
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If stains remain, mix a solution of lukewarm water and oxygen bleach powder following the label directions.
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Other players have covered their mouths while speaking to opponents during the World Cup, but a red card is only issued if the conversation occurs during a confrontation or heated exchange.
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The living room has hardwood floors and beamed ceilings; the kitchen includes a peninsula and a sitting area that opens to a balcony; and the primary suite features a bath with heated floors.
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Serena looked down, heaved a sigh and hooked her knee around the pole before mustering up a halfhearted spin.
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In a game that Switzerland dominated for the majority of the time, only some halfhearted chants by the Swiss superfans in the second deck cut through.
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Some previous supporters remain unenthusiastic about another run for president.
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Ultimately the question is whether Hardy, Glasser and Butterworth can patch things up especially since Hardy was already unenthusiastic about returning for Season 3 due to his conflict with Butterworth.
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“Tepid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tepid. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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