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moderation

[mod-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌmɒd əˈreɪ ʃən /


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The moderation in growth from this year’s projected 2% is owing to a slowdown in real income growth and consumer spending.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Many social media users complained that the AI fabrications make it increasingly difficult to distinguish between reality and fiction on tech platforms, many of which have scaled back content moderation.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

For most people, moderation matters more than complete avoidance.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

It has led to calls for a review of the NEAs, after a survey of more than 400 teachers found widespread concerns about the volume of marking, moderation and administration required.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Theresa began to talk about moderation, and how too much laughing upset the digestive process, but that was funny too.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen




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