moderate
Произношение: [ˈmɒd.ə.ret]
Контекст: «opinion/behavior»
(adjective) when someone or something is not extreme and is in the middle range. It’s like having average views or actions, not too strong or too weak. For example, a moderate person might prefer to talk about ideas calmly instead of shouting.
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She has moderate views on politics, which helps her get along with a lot of different people.
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He is not a moderate; he often expresses very extreme opinions that upset others.
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Do you think it’s better to have moderate opinions or very strong ones?
Контекст: «control/discussion»
(verb) to help manage or control a discussion or event so that it goes smoothly. Like when someone leads a meeting to make sure everyone gets a chance to speak and things don’t get too heated.
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The teacher will moderate the class discussion to keep things friendly and fair.
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If nobody moderates the debate, it might become chaotic and unfair.
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Who is going to moderate the panel discussion this evening?
Контекст: «behavior/opinion»
(noun) a person who has average or not extreme views or behaviors. This could be someone who makes sure discussions stay calm and rational, not heated or aggressive.
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As a moderate, he often helps others see different sides of a story.
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In heated discussions, moderates might feel out of place since everyone is being so extreme.
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Why do you think a moderate is important in a debate?