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moderation

[mod-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌmɒd əˈreɪ ʃən /


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For most people, moderation matters more than complete avoidance.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

That would mean some moderation in energy markets, easing inflation expectations and, ideally, lower interest rates, he said.

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

She said the planning, teaching, marking and moderation of the NEAs had taken weeks, the "guidance has been quite vague" and "it doesn't seem sustainable".

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

“Regarding the domestic scenario, the set of indicators continues to show, as expected, a trajectory of moderation on economic growth, while the labor market still shows signals of resilience,” Copom said Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

A child of a miner, Z.K. had been influenced by Booker Washington’s autobiography, Up from Slavery, which preached success through hard work and moderation.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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