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.

Examples of in moderation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Lowe credits his ability to eat junk food in moderation, while maintaining an athletic body, to the Atkins diet, which involves limiting carbohydrates and prioritizing protein and fat intake. —Charles Trepany, USA Today, 13 June 2025

The greatest benefit comes from regular physical exercise, a healthy diet, and drinking alcohol in moderation. —Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 28 May 2025

Spraying Fragrances All Over The Home A good home fragrance is fine in moderation, but it shouldn't be used in lieu of actual cleaning products. —Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 9 May 2025

This doesn’t mean children should never be served these cereals but try to serve them in moderation or as a treat. —Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 29 May 2025

Rhymes for in moderation

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration