in small doses
Example Sentences
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It’s a trim book—you can read it in a couple of sittings or on a long flight—but it’s perhaps best enjoyed in small doses, a chapter or two at a time.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Like Reinsve’s Nora, Gustav acts younger than his age and is at his most charming in small doses, particularly with strangers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2025
Narcissism is not just healthy for individuals in small doses; it can only benefit human civilization as a whole.
From Salon ● May 9, 2024
"Tire particles are so fine they can become airborne and possibly enter the human body through even a gentle breeze. And even in small doses, 6PPD-quinone is toxic to salmon," Jayakaran said.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 25, 2024
I mean, they're okay in small doses, and they can be useful.
From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements
