as in temperance
an avoidance of extremes in one's actions, beliefs, or habits
the moderateness of their enthusiasm for my proposed outing suggested that they would rather do something else
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In the winter of 1920, the United States entered Prohibition in the United States after years of campaigning by temperance groups who believed alcohol sat at the root of many social ills.
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Another was promoting temperance realizing alcoholism could destroy families.
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Strawberries are safe for dogs to eat in moderation.
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For centuries, wine—whether non-alcoholic or containing the natural alcohol created by yeast during grape fermentation—has been a beverage that helps connect people and places when consumed in moderation.
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“Moderateness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moderateness. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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