as in proportionate
corresponding in size, amount, extent, or degree
the Web site's popularity increased exponentially, resulting in a proportional increase in advertising revenue
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Recent Examples of proportional
Amendments also require large frontier developers to file disclosure statements with primary contacts and places of business and to pay proportional fees to cover the expense of administering the act.
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Jenna Schweikert, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Carriers that automate routine underwriting tasks can redirect experienced underwriters to higher-value work, all while scaling operations without proportional increases in headcount.
—Abhishek Kumar, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
But that’s proportional, given the 50 states in the nation, pointed out Leslie Hylton-Hinga, the special projects director at the Colorado Office of Economic Development.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 25 May 2026
The amount of monetary support given is proportional to their income and the number of family members.
—Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
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Jenna Schweikert, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Carriers that automate routine underwriting tasks can redirect experienced underwriters to higher-value work, all while scaling operations without proportional increases in headcount.
—Abhishek Kumar, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
But that’s proportional, given the 50 states in the nation, pointed out Leslie Hylton-Hinga, the special projects director at the Colorado Office of Economic Development.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 25 May 2026
The amount of monetary support given is proportional to their income and the number of family members.
—Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proportional
Adjective
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Emmy guidelines state that the number of nominees in the acting categories will be proportionate to the number of acting submissions in that category.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
20 June 2026
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Due diligence obligations should also be proportionate to the size and context of the importing company’s operations.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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One of beauty’s buzziest categories got a commensurate celebration Thursday, with key industry leaders heading to Lincoln Center for the 2026 Fragrance Foundation Awards.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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This was not Jonathan Taylor demanding fair compensation until the Indianapolis Colts paid the running back commensurate with his Pro Bowl status.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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While RVing can save money on food, the total cost can be comparable to other road trips.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Developed in partnership with the University of Bremen, the wheels were originally heavier and narrower than comparable conventional pneumatic wheels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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Sulwhasoo's Gentle Cleansing Foam creates a rich lather that removes dirt, oil, and makeup without stripping skin, while ingredients like ginseng, orange peel, chestnut shell, and yam root leave your complexion soft, balanced, and comfortably hydrated.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
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Reports promise a clear verdict on whether your gut is balanced, then hand you a roadmap of foods to eat, foods to skip and probiotics to buy.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
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“Proportional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proportional. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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