relatively benign
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Compares its harmlessness to other things, suggesting it is less harmful in comparison.
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- The initial tests showed the tumor was relatively benign, which was a huge relief.
- Compared to traditional pesticides, this new formula is considered relatively benign for the ecosystem.
- The economic downturn proved to be relatively benign compared to the 2008 crisis.
- After months of turmoil, the current political climate seems relatively benign.
- The software glitch was annoying but ultimately relatively benign, causing no data loss.
- The doctor assured him that his skin condition was relatively benign and easily treatable.
- Although any construction has an impact, the chosen method was relatively benign to the surrounding wildlife.
- So far, the market's reaction to the news has been relatively benign.
- This form of criticism is relatively benign when you consider the harsher alternatives.
- For a storm of its size, its effects on the coastal city were relatively benign.