in proportion
Example Sentences
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His bolshiness seemed to grow in proportion with his height.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
A $30,000 contribution, while not insignificant, is relatively small in proportion to the overall asset.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 8, 2026
Officers are trained to not stand in front of or reach into moving vehicles, to never pull their firearms unless it is absolutely necessary, and to use force only in proportion to a corresponding threat.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026
A good framework is to hold non-U.S. stocks in proportion to the world equity market.
From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026
They loved this dog in proportion to its size, and soon their hearts had no room for anyone else.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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