in moderation

idiom

: in a way that is reasonable and not excessive : in a moderate way
She believes in doing things in moderation.
Some people say that drinking alcohol in moderation can be good for you.

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The key is to choose dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa and enjoy it in moderation. Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 21 July 2025 While dates can help relieve constipation, consuming them in moderation is the best approach to using them as a natural remedy. Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 18 July 2025 Keep in mind, mangoes do have a higher carb and sugar content, so they should only be given out in moderation. Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 12 July 2025 Because of this, Kidambi recommends consuming everything in moderation. Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 11 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for in moderation

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“In moderation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20moderation. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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