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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

Appeals Centre Europe is one of a number of independent dispute settlement bodies which allow people in the EU to challenge social media platforms' decisions including on account bans and content moderation.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

For most people, moderation matters more than complete avoidance.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

There is a familiar litany of criticisms levelled at the big players, including sorting users into "filter bubbles", unevenly-enforced moderation and addictive design.

From Barron's • May 9, 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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