in moderation
idiom
: in a way that is reasonable and not excessive : in a moderate way
She believes in doing things in moderation.
Some people say that drinking alcohol in moderation can be good for you.
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Like many good things in life, hot weather is best in moderation.
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 21 June 2024
Most people can enjoy it in moderation, but everyone should avoid consuming too much, and balance it with other food.
—Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 20 June 2024
Dobos noted the ingredients in most whole-body deodorants are largely benign and probably won’t disrupt your skin’s microbiome too much if used in moderation.
—Keren Landman, Vox, 20 May 2024
Peanuts are great for dogs, but only in moderation.
—Abigail Beck, The Arizona Republic, 1 May 2024
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 21 June 2024
Most people can enjoy it in moderation, but everyone should avoid consuming too much, and balance it with other food.
—Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 20 June 2024
Dobos noted the ingredients in most whole-body deodorants are largely benign and probably won’t disrupt your skin’s microbiome too much if used in moderation.
—Keren Landman, Vox, 20 May 2024
Peanuts are great for dogs, but only in moderation.
—Abigail Beck, The Arizona Republic, 1 May 2024
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“In moderation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20moderation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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