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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
Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Expansive and expensive, their gym-bro looks and proportions broadcast their poor fuel economy.
—Jamie Lincoln Kitman, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2026
Given the generous proportions of the restaurant coupled with its unhurried atmosphere, guests seemed to linger longer than necessary, drawn out eventually by the delights awaiting them at the hotel’s doorstep.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Further defined by gracious proportions and an easy indoor-outdoor flow, interior spaces include a formal living room, library, and eat-in kitchen—each with a wood-burning fireplace—along with a formal dining room, fitness room, and home office.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
White said that Charlotte, Baltimore and Orlando likely pull higher proportions of friends and family than the coastal locations that people may visit primarily for things to do.
—Eva Flowe
april 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Lawson found a vintage McGuire chair with proportions that fit the room.
—Anne Hardy, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
Completed around 1570 in northern Italy, the Villa Rotonda features symmetrical facades and harmonious proportions that have been equated with Renaissance humanism and rationalism.
—Kevin D. Murphy, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
But the Knicks went 1-3 against the Pistons last year before beating them in six games in the first round last season — a series the Pistons remember vividly as a robbery of epic proportions.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
The noise levels in the arena reached epic proportions as the Hawks put the clamps on the Knicks.
—Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Expansive and expensive, their gym-bro looks and proportions broadcast their poor fuel economy.
—Jamie Lincoln Kitman, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2026
Given the generous proportions of the restaurant coupled with its unhurried atmosphere, guests seemed to linger longer than necessary, drawn out eventually by the delights awaiting them at the hotel’s doorstep.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Further defined by gracious proportions and an easy indoor-outdoor flow, interior spaces include a formal living room, library, and eat-in kitchen—each with a wood-burning fireplace—along with a formal dining room, fitness room, and home office.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
White said that Charlotte, Baltimore and Orlando likely pull higher proportions of friends and family than the coastal locations that people may visit primarily for things to do.
—Eva Flowe
april 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Lawson found a vintage McGuire chair with proportions that fit the room.
—Anne Hardy, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
Completed around 1570 in northern Italy, the Villa Rotonda features symmetrical facades and harmonious proportions that have been equated with Renaissance humanism and rationalism.
—Kevin D. Murphy, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
But the Knicks went 1-3 against the Pistons last year before beating them in six games in the first round last season — a series the Pistons remember vividly as a robbery of epic proportions.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proportions
Noun
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One bag serves three hearty portions, or four measly ones.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2026
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Houston Houston leans into Texas-sized indulgence, with a food scene built on big portions and bold flavors.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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But remember that balance is key—both in terms of structure-to-greenery ratios, and the overall size of statement features compared to the rest of your outdoor area.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
24 Apr. 2026
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This created a Digital Detox Review Score, calculated using positive-to-negative keyword ratios.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
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The world is more dangerous for leaders, across multiple dimensions.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Measure the shelf dimensions to ensure a snug fit for each of your baskets.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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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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Tens of thousands of layoffs at Meta over the last four years as the company balances its AI ambitions with investor unease.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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The bar program, led by Jason Sorbet, balances classics with a few house signatures, including the Chloe Dancer — a mix of vodka, prickly pear liqueur, crème de mûre, lime, and soda—along with spirit-forward cocktails built around Tennessee whiskey.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Walmart passes Berkshire in market value Over the past year, shares of Walmart have soared by more than 35% while both classes of Berkshire have dropped by almost 12%.—
Alex Crippen,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
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Paltrow shares daughter Apple and son Moses with ex-husband and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, and Falchuk shares daughter Isabella and son Brody with ex-wife Suzanne Bukinik.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Red Sox have issued eight fewer challenges than any other team, but Alex Cora, who was fired on Saturday, said before his firing that he wasn’t bothered by the low rates.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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And policymakers around the world look likely to hold rates.—
Gabrielle Ng,
Bloomberg,
27 Apr. 2026
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While regular sizing may be adequate for mild bunions, others might want to consider shopping for sizes specifically labeled for wide feet.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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Lightweight and travel-approved with classic and mini sizes available.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Proportions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proportions. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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