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as in portions
something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
the players argue that they aren't getting the proportion of the league's profits that are due to them
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as in ratios
the relationship in quantity, amount, or size between two or more things
the proportion of length to width for those screens was usually three to two
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as in dimensions
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
the exact proportions of the room were critical
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as in parts
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as in balances
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Recent Examples of proportions
Barry M. Bloom, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
At their largest, marine heat waves like the Northeast Pacific Warm Blob of 2013-2014 can grow to gargantuan proportions, with regions three times the size of Texas experiencing ocean temperatures 4 to 6 F (about 2 to 3 C) above average for months or even years.
—Dillon Amaya, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
That’s around 248 miles per hour when scaled to human proportions.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Measuring 20 feet wide and 90 feet deep—substantially larger than many neighboring townhouses—the residence offers a series of grand entertaining spaces that reflect its Gilded Age proportions.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 June 2026
Accuracy in the mannequins’ proportions was essential, Wu said, noting how dramatically body sizes shifted across eras.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
The i7 reads less like a fresh design and more like a close clone of the A1, echoing its proportions and layout so closely that the two feel nearly interchangeable at a glance.
—Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 10 June 2026
Nailing the proportions of such a voluminous silhouette can be tricky, which is why finding the right pair of shoes is crucial for acing your look of the day.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Various factors go into determining whether the signatures match, including the slant of the signature, whether it is printed or written in cursive, and the size, proportions or scale.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Noun
Judge’s injuries have reached the proportions of Mickey Mantle, the former Yankees great and Hall of Famer who missed 127 games in his 18-year career dealing with various knee and leg injuries.
—Barry M. Bloom, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
At their largest, marine heat waves like the Northeast Pacific Warm Blob of 2013-2014 can grow to gargantuan proportions, with regions three times the size of Texas experiencing ocean temperatures 4 to 6 F (about 2 to 3 C) above average for months or even years.
—Dillon Amaya, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
That’s around 248 miles per hour when scaled to human proportions.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Measuring 20 feet wide and 90 feet deep—substantially larger than many neighboring townhouses—the residence offers a series of grand entertaining spaces that reflect its Gilded Age proportions.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 June 2026
Accuracy in the mannequins’ proportions was essential, Wu said, noting how dramatically body sizes shifted across eras.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
The i7 reads less like a fresh design and more like a close clone of the A1, echoing its proportions and layout so closely that the two feel nearly interchangeable at a glance.
—Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 10 June 2026
Nailing the proportions of such a voluminous silhouette can be tricky, which is why finding the right pair of shoes is crucial for acing your look of the day.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Various factors go into determining whether the signatures match, including the slant of the signature, whether it is printed or written in cursive, and the size, proportions or scale.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proportions
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Most Spurs players appeared to be lined up for the anthem, but Wembanyama was not visible during the portions shown on the broadcast.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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The 3rd District includes portions of Woodland, the Wild Wings community, and the Bryte and Broderick neighborhoods in West Sacramento.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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Losses compound rapidly in these investments and expense ratios are relatively high since they are intended as trading vehicles rather than core holdings.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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State regulations require specific teacher-to-child ratios, and those ratios become especially demanding with infants and toddlers.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Even the Mini House's dimensions appear inspired by the Markies project.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 June 2026
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According to the home’s actual dimensions, the doorway (which didn’t exist when the family moved in) should dead-end to an external wall; instead, when Navidson opens the door, there’s a narrow hallway nearly ten feet long inside.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
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Trever parts his hair to the right while his brother styles his combover to the left.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Later, Hamilton parts the sea on his kick scooter, speedily escaping from the hectic press area.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
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The dish balances the clean flavor of the fish with bright citrus notes and a subtle touch of heat.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The result is an aesthetic that skillfully balances a variety of textures, including injecting Shou Sugi Ban custom treatments inspired by Japanese principles of wabi-sabi that typically employ elements of asymmetry, roughness, and simplicity.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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The entry is a combination of Class A and Class C Alphabet shares.—
Alex Crippen,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
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Private jet owners use shares, jet cards, and charter when their existing aircraft is down for maintenance, out of position, not suitable for the mission, being used by someone else, or the pilots aren't available.—
Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Migis Lodge in South Casco, Maine, is a family-friendly wellness retreat with rates starting at $388 per person per night.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
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Sunday’s accident in Butler, Missouri, was the deadliest crash of a skydiving plane since the twin-engine aircraft went down in Mokuleia, according to the United States Parachute Association, which licenses and rates skydiving instructors as well as serves as a lobbying group for the sport.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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Fairmont Kea Lani Wailea, Maui, Hawaii With 413 one-bedroom suites and 37 two- and three-bedroom two-story villas, Fairmont Kea Lani offers lodging options for families of all sizes.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The durable designs come in a variety of bright colors and sizes with interchangeable lids.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Proportions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proportions. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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