in moderation
phraseBand 7
UKɪn ˌmɒdəˈreɪʃn
USɪn ˌmɑːdərˈeɪʃən
In amounts that are not excessive; within sensible limits.
Most things are fine in moderation.
Doctors say sugar is acceptable in moderation.
Remember it
Moderation comes from Latin modus, “measure,” suggesting an amount kept within sensible limits.
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in a moderationin moderation
The phrase does not take an article.
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Similar and opposite
- Similar
- sparinglywithin limits
- Opposite
- to excessexcessively
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