proportions 1 of 2

plural of proportion
1
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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proportions

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verb

present tense third-person singular of proportion

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Recent Examples of proportions
Noun
The proportions remain practical, and the overall design avoids some of the visual excesses found elsewhere in the segment. — New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026 But Lee, who has been known to gut his characters in the final stretch, doesn’t raise the body count to Bongian proportions. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026 The hotel interprets this mantra through balanced proportions, restrained interiors, and a hospitality approach that favors comfort over excess. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026 The area’s height and storage solutions were carefully planned, along with the proportions of the furniture. — Valentina Lonati, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026 The plot is carried out to horrific proportions, but the subjects are so utterly moronic that the gag stops being amusing. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026 By controlling fiber proportions, researchers tuned shades and developed a model that accurately predicted color strength. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 The beamed ceilings and hardwood floors are pretty grand, as are the amount of storage and proportions of the rooms. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 19 Oct. 2026 Contemporary versions keep the recognizable details but play with proportions, materials and finishes. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 19 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proportions
Noun
  • Adell said roads such as Rocky Canyon Road and 8th Street run through portions of that area, and only allow responders 10 feet of space on either side.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The score also compares the amount of each food needed to provide 100 grams of protein, not equal-sized portions.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • France’s debt risks France in particular has one of the highest deficit-to-GDP ratios in the 21-nation euro area and a growing national debt pile.
    — Jenni Reid,Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Mated to a six-speed manual with custom gear ratios, the mill makes 860 hp, 600 ft lbs of torque, and redlines at 7,500 rpm.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The researchers also explored more exotic scenarios involving additional spatial dimensions and theories that extend beyond Einstein’s general relativity.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
  • North Carolina State University But the new robot can maneuver in three dimensions using a few elastic limbs and just two actuators.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Trever parts his hair to the right while his brother styles his combover to the left.
    — Jay Stahl, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Later, Hamilton parts the sea on his kick scooter, speedily escaping from the hectic press area.
    — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The Polaris dazzles with tequila, mezcal, blackberry syrup, and a touch of citrus air foam, while the Hydra balances gin, mastiha, carrot, celery, and a bright, zesty twist of lime.
    — Jaclyn DeGiorgio, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Colman nimbly balances right on the line between humor and pathos.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Investors can buy and sell shares of the fund on the stock exchange, rather than having to secure a direct stake in those businesses.
    — Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Rollins — The pest control company saw shares fall more than 5% after third-quarter results missed the Street's estimates.
    — Darla Mercado, CFP®,Fred Imbert, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Highfill maintains a covenant requiring utility rates to generate net revenues equal to at least 110% of maximum annual debt service on outstanding system bonds.
    — Randy Moll, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • With nearly 60 murders per day, South Africa has one of the world's highest crime rates, and several of Cape Town's townships are among the areas hardest hit by violent crime.
    — Julie Bourdin, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Available in various sizes and styles, there is sure to be a nonstick pan that will suit all of your cooking needs.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Universal Standard, a women’s fashion brand that offers sizes from 00 to 40, is introducing a holiday collection with entrepreneur, model and inclusivity advocate Lauren Chan on Thursday.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

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“Proportions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proportions. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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