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adjective • being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme noun • a person who takes a position in the political center adjective satellite • not extreme • marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes verb • preside over • make less fast or intense • lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits • make less severe or harsh • make less strong or intense; soften • make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else | ||||
| 33% | 9 | Restrained or restrained from freedom | ||
verb • To confine (animals) in a pinfold. | ||||
| 30% | 9 | Restrained, as crossing bars | ||
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Restrained Friend When Crossing River
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MODERATE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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MODERATE
Updated: October 14, 2023
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