in moderation

phrase

: 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

The Mediterranean diet, on the other hand, is much less restrictive and actually promotes the consumption of red wine in moderation. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Ice cream can be part of an overall balanced diet when consumed in moderation. — Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 16 July 2026

However, these flowers can be a boon when grown in moderation. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026

Caffeine and alcohol both have dehydrating effects, so drink alcohol in moderation and alternate every drink with water or another non-alcoholic option. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

Rhymes for in moderation

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