mildreiteration
nounUK /ˌmaɪld.riːˌɪt.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
US /ˌmaɪld.riˌɪt̬.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
Saying something again in a soft, gentle way.
With a mildreiteration of the rules, the teacher reminded the class to be quiet.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A second saying of something with less force or intensity than before.
His mildreiteration of the warning made it clear he did not want to argue.
3. A softened repeat of a point for clarity rather than emphasis.
The editor's mildreiteration of the main idea helped readers follow the argument.
4. A calm echoing of another person's words to show agreement.
Her mildreiteration of his suggestion signaled quiet support.