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moderate (degree)
な-Adjectiveの-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

  1. 1. moderate (degree)
  2. 2. proper (amount)
Describing an appropriate or moderate amount, neither too much nor too little. It is often used to recommend balance, such as getting a moderate amount of exercise or rest.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A moderate amount of differing values actually makes things more interesting.

Sentence 2

The lighting in this room is just right — it's easy to focus on work.

Sentence 3

I've been keeping my expectations moderate lately so I don't get hurt.

Sentence 4

A friend told me, "Keep a little distance and it'll last."

Sentence 5

Telling me to "smile in moderation" isn't going to cut it right now.