From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishin moderationin moderationLITTLE/NOT MUCHif you do something in moderation, such as drinking alcohol or eating certain foods, you do not do it too much OPP to excess Some people think drinking in moderation can prevent heart disease. → moderation
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in moderation• Children should be taught not about "bad foods" and "good foods, " but rather to eat a wide variety of foods in moderation.• Use sugar and salt in moderation.• He only drinks wine in moderation. 