moderating

/ˈmɑdəreɪtɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Making something less extreme, intense, or severe.
    • The medicine had a moderating influence on his pain.
    • The moderating effect of the ocean kept the coastal climate mild.
    • She took a moderating role in the heated discussion.
noun
  1. The act of making something less extreme or of overseeing a discussion or activity.
    • His moderating of the online forum helped keep conversations respectful.
    • The moderating of the debate required careful attention to time limits.
    • The moderating of the experiment ensured accurate results.
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