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名词
1
a person who holds moderate views, especially in politics.
an unlikely alliance of radicals and moderates
动词
1
make or become less extreme, intense, rigorous, or violent.
I shall not moderate my criticism
同义词：
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2
(in academic and ecclesiastical contexts) preside over (a deliberative body) or at (a debate).
a panel moderated by a Harvard University law professor
同义词：
chairtake the chair ofpreside overarbitratemediaterefereejudge
3
monitor (an internet forum or online discussion) for inappropriate or offensive content.
4
Physics
retard (neutrons) with a moderator.
the neutrons causing fission are not moderated but react at high energies
