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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

Musk acquired it in October 2022 for roughly $44 billion, rebranded it as X, cut a large portion of its staff, and loosened content moderation policies.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

For most people, moderation matters more than complete avoidance.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

It has led to calls for a review of the NEAs, after a survey of more than 400 teachers found widespread concerns about the volume of marking, moderation and administration required.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

It ended, again in a gesture of ostentatious moderation, with the unadorned signature: “G. Washington, United States.”

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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