The mild response had several roots, experts said.

The shaft of a spear along the back of the knees was an extremely mild response for his brother.

The test results showed 11 negative responses, 14 doubtful/probably irritant responses and only 1 mild positive response.

Despite her mild response, Zach had a feeling Carolyn was going to pay for that crack.

Mr. Even said the mild response to the news that he would enter Parliament showed how much attitudes had changed.

Naitachal felt blood rushing to his face, a mild but uncontrollable response to an old, familiar embarrassment.

"And who, my dear," was the mild response, "is the excellent source from which your understanding understands all this?"

They said they found the mild American response both bewildering and heartening.

If his mild response disappointed her, she did not show it.

"It's been a long time" was the mild response.