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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Experts say weekend catch-up sleep is OK in moderation and may support better mental health when paired with good sleep habits.
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Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026
That said, eating peanut butter daily—in moderation and as part of a balanced diet—shouldn’t lead to weight gain, explained Sarah Garone, NDTR, CNC.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 27 Jan. 2026
Experts say weekend catch-up sleep is OK in moderation and may support better mental health when paired with good sleep habits.
—Hannah Silverman, Parents, 23 Jan. 2026
However, as with mind-wandering, self-talk also benefits only in moderation.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Jan. 2026
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“In moderation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20moderation. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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