proportionate

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For the government, Baroness Lloyd said Lord Nash's proposal would "commit the government to a specific set of measures that may not ultimately represent the most effective or proportionate way to protect our children".

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

“The relief must be proportionate to the harm,” Parker added, “and that means structural separation of primary ticketing, resale ticketing, venue operation, national tours, advertising/sponsorship, and artist management must be seriously considered.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Speaking to broadcaster TF1, Tabarot said use of the electroshock weapon could be an "appropriate" and "proportionate" response to acts of violence on public transport.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Transurban reported 1H proportionate Ebitda of A$1.55 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

“They hold vast portions of the nation’s wealth and pay a proportionate share of the taxes.”

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling