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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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2
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
Lee Cobaj, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
Amaro Nonino lends an herbal complexity that mellows the drink, while fresh lemon juice balances everything with a burst of acidity.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 16 June 2025
The flavor was somewhere between a tangy sharp cheddar and a rich, mellow mild cheddar.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
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Adjective
Even the ultra-competitive summer atmosphere on the island of Santorini—a 40-minute ferry from Ios—mellows at this time of year.
—Lee Cobaj, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
Amaro Nonino lends an herbal complexity that mellows the drink, while fresh lemon juice balances everything with a burst of acidity.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Verb
Despite the presence of a legitimate blues superstar on the bill, the festival still had plenty of its regular mellow, low-key charm, as people sat on blankets and beach chairs and chatted with each other between bites of barbecue and burritos.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 16 June 2025
The flavor was somewhere between a tangy sharp cheddar and a rich, mellow mild cheddar.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mellow
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Through its busy streets, the Ford Ranger PHEV emitted a gentle hum at low speeds and easily handled deep road ruts and drain covers with little fuss.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Don't boil for too long: Keep the liquid at a gentle simmer, and cook the ribs just until tenderized.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
23 June 2025
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Her biggest piece of advice for creating a pleasant patio at your own home?—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
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The most pleasant surprise to me was Ohio’s Matt Ponatoski, ranked as the No. 29 QB by 247Sports.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Both WestJet and Hawaiian Airlines said their operations were unaffected by the hacks.—
Sean Lyngaas,
CNN Money,
28 June 2025
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Russian Security Council deputy chairman of Dmitry Medvedev also said Iran's critical nuclear infrastructure appeared to be unaffected or to have sustained only minor damage.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
23 June 2025
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Growing as a small, multi-stemmed tree, plants mature to about 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
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That engagement matured over time, making operations not just a backend function but a key differentiator in FICO’s go-to-market approach.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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Joel Alfonso Vargas brings raw authenticity and lyrical vision to a coming-of-age story that pulses with life and urgency.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
1 July 2025
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Soth, who is based in Minneapolis, is best known for his large-format photography that blends documentary realism with lyrical storytelling.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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There is something very soothing about sitting down and putting pen to paper, like drinking a hot cup of tea or relaxing in a sauna.—
Nancy Marshall,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Veterinary Vision says that hearing your voice is very soothing for blind dogs, so talking to your pup often can help comfort them.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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To their credit, the Heat have been gracious in their credit to the Panthers.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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The food was unfussy and full-flavored, the service gracious, and the staff — from the spa therapists to the bakers — seemed genuinely happy to be here.—
Rooksana Hossenally,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Even casual users should take a moment to review their settings and chat history to make sure personal details aren’t being shared without their knowledge.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Quiet luxury persists, but in a more casual, relaxed iteration.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
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“Mellow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellow. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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