Other, more modest measures stand a somewhat better chance of passage.

But modest preventive measures beforehand can sometimes make a crucial difference.

We can't even get far more modest measures through the Hill.

A modest measure of his lost confidence returned to him.

The countries each proposed a number of more modest measures to reduce their mutual hostility.

The system can run as is until at least 2037; modest additional measures could easily extend its life to 2050 and beyond.

Even such modest measures face a rough ride, though.

The Government also announced a package of more modest measures, such as expanding the civil service and improving training programs.

And some doubt that he could have accepted even that modest measure.

The modest measures may prevent severe injury, but do not guarantee safety.