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as in harmless
not causing or being capable of causing injury or hurt
around campus he's known as a real character, but one whose eccentricities are entirely benign
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
basking under a benign sun on a day in early spring
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Recent Examples of benign
The lump turned out to be a benign cyst, not cancer.
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Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
The Lipoma Claim and What Veterinarians Actually Say The most viral claim circulating online, that turkey tail mushrooms shrink benign fatty tumors in dogs, does not hold up under veterinary scrutiny.
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Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Aside from FitzGerald’s gripe, the day’s budget action was a relatively benign way to cap a tumultuous budget process, that was reflected two weeks ago by a demonstration from activists protesting city budget cuts that shut down the City Council meeting for two hours and led to eight arrests.
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Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
24 June 2026
Will energy forecasters need to reckon with the relatively benign price action?
—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
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Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
The Lipoma Claim and What Veterinarians Actually Say The most viral claim circulating online, that turkey tail mushrooms shrink benign fatty tumors in dogs, does not hold up under veterinary scrutiny.
—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Aside from FitzGerald’s gripe, the day’s budget action was a relatively benign way to cap a tumultuous budget process, that was reflected two weeks ago by a demonstration from activists protesting city budget cuts that shut down the City Council meeting for two hours and led to eight arrests.
—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
24 June 2026
Will energy forecasters need to reckon with the relatively benign price action?
—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for benign
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From the risk of leaks and water damage to potential electrical issues, a seemingly harmless load of laundry can occasionally turn into an expensive problem.
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Even moderate drinking carries risk and is not as harmless as people, including experts, once thought.
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The luxurious washes and soaps are gentle on skin for a clean, nourished feeling.
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Everywhere, in big cities and small towns, there’s an increase in the adultification of children, even the well-off ones, even the ones raised by gentle parents, even the ones with skate and surf camps, guitar lessons, and college funds.
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Air conditioning will be keeping millions of Americans safe and comfortable over the holiday weekend as a heat dome brings dangerous conditions to millions.
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Los Robles officials said that staff, patients and visitors were safe and that medical care was not interrupted at the hospital.
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The space has a dramatic 28-foot Palladian rotunda, a saltwater soaking tub, a sauna, a steam room and a wall of water that creates a soothing, flowing sound.
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That leaves us with smart solutions and savvy helpers that are specifically designed to minimize the heat, remove stuffiness, and provide soothing, cooling relief.
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Play soft music to drown out fireworks blasts and give your pet something to do, like putting treats inside an interactive toy, to keep them calm and happy.
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This relaxed pick is incredibly soft, really cute, and surprisingly easy to style.
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The humidity lifts, replaced by bright, mild days made for the historic streets of Savannah and Charleston, or the maritime forests and salt marshes beyond them.
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Scattered over the top were generous pebbles of queso panela, mild, milky and squeaky like halloumi.
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My mood might dictate a mellow classical or a nostalgic rock n’ roll journey.
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While some editors appreciated it for its thicker texture, other editors found the mellow tang to be ideal for a variety of dishes from soup to tacos.
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