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moderation

[mod-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌmɒd əˈreɪ ʃən /


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The site says it has moderation policies and is not "responsible for private off-platform conduct between adults".

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Experts, however, advise moderation — saying that regular old water and a balanced diet generally suffice against a backdrop of wellness shortcuts and health hacks.

From MarketWatch Jul. 11, 2026

The moderation in oil prices caused bond traders to back off bets on inflation and an imminent interest-rate hike.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

Coffee enemas are likely not harmful when done in moderation, but we don’t have much more than anecdotal evidence at this point to indicate that they’re helpful either.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

James was as ruthless and brutal as any white man but he was the portrait of moderation compared to his younger brother.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead




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