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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The American Kennel Club (AKC) explains that peanut butter is generally safe for dogs to eat, but only in moderation.
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Both can have a place in a healthy and balanced diet if consumed in moderation.
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The diet doesn't call for the complete elimination of animal proteins for those who wish to continue eating them, but instead encourages people to consume red meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy in moderation.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2025
Pumpkin spice lattes may not be as healthy for you as matcha, but drinking them in moderation can be an enjoyable way to embrace cooler fall temperatures.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2025
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Both can have a place in a healthy and balanced diet if consumed in moderation.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 2 Oct. 2025
The diet doesn't call for the complete elimination of animal proteins for those who wish to continue eating them, but instead encourages people to consume red meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy in moderation.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2025
Pumpkin spice lattes may not be as healthy for you as matcha, but drinking them in moderation can be an enjoyable way to embrace cooler fall temperatures.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 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 9 Oct. 2025.
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