moderation

[US]/mɒdə'reɪʃ(ə)n/
[UK]/'mɑdə'reʃən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. self-control; easing or alleviating.

Phrases & Collocations

in moderation

exercise moderation

moderation is key

with moderation

consume in moderation

everything in moderation

Example Sentences

Moderation in all things is my motto.

Moderation is the key to good health.

The doctor advised more moderation in eating and drinking.

The government called for greater moderation on the part of the unions.

the union's approach was based on increased dialogue and the moderation of demands.

sobriety of décor); both nouns denote moderation in or abstinence from the consumption of alcoholic liquor:

He showed great moderation in answering so gently the attacks made on his character.

Real-world Examples

Well, glad you're going to give moderation a shot.

Source: This Month's Science 60 Seconds - Scientific American

Critics say that Meta's data moderation is inadequate.

Source: BBC Listening of the Month

Confucianists spoke of moderation while Daoists preached enlightenment through drunkenness.

Source: Popular Science Essays

Sweet food is eaten only in moderation.

Source: Oxford Shanghai Edition High School English Grade 10 First Semester

Like everything in nutrition, moderation is key.

Source: Popular Science Essays

Ella Irwin was responsible for content moderation.

Source: BBC Listening Collection June 2023

But like all things satisfying, moderation is key.

Source: One Hundred Thousand Whys

I really think everything in moderation and balance.

Source: Celebrity's Daily Meal Plan (Bilingual Selection)

Make sure to always practice moderation.

Source: Science in Life

But make sure you only play them in moderation.

Source: Science in Life

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