proportions

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So, why might there be higher proportions of children with SEN in the schools that are closing?

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Because of the awkward proportions of the drawing, about 8-by-1 feet, these churches are almost comically crammed in, like an overpacked suitcase, using every inch of space.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The adaptation doesn’t always get the dramatic proportions right.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Refineries are designed and built around refining crude into certain proportions of products.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

With the perspective frame, he feels confident making a drawing with a firm hand, the outlines and proportions being correct.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman