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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People may miss out on healthy foods like nuts, seeds, avocados, and olive oil, which can actually be associated with a healthy weight in moderation.
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Patty Weasler, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2025
When pain relief is needed during pregnancy, acetaminophen should be used in moderation, and after consulting your doctor.
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Risks Apples are unlikely to cause any serious side effects when consumed in moderation.
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And when eaten in moderation, its fat content can contribute to satiety, helping meals feel more filling.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
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Patty Weasler, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2025
When pain relief is needed during pregnancy, acetaminophen should be used in moderation, and after consulting your doctor.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2025
Risks Apples are unlikely to cause any serious side effects when consumed in moderation.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 22 Sep. 2025
And when eaten in moderation, its fat content can contribute to satiety, helping meals feel more filling.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for in moderation
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“In moderation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20moderation. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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