in proportion
Example Sentences
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The US will in return lift its naval blockade on Iran's ports, but only in proportion to how much commercial shipping is restored, it said.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Catherine essentially becomes a character in a Sofia Coppola movie who grows increasingly trapped and anguished in proportion to her cosseting.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026
A $30,000 contribution, while not insignificant, is relatively small in proportion to the overall asset.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 8, 2026
The tech giant has also increased its investment in AI security in proportion with its investment in AI, Mr Pichai added.
From BBC • Nov. 18, 2025
They’re young, ages three and up, and on the whole they’re funny in the face, not so much in proportion as in use.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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