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as in symmetry
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
the head was drawn too large, being way out of proportion with the body
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as in portion
something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
the players argue that they aren't getting the proportion of the league's profits that are due to them
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as in ratio
the relationship in quantity, amount, or size between two or more things
the proportion of length to width for those screens was usually three to two
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as in size
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
the exact proportions of the room were critical
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as in to portion
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as in to balance
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Recent Examples of proportion
Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
Since 1970, the proportion of Americans who have such degrees has more than tripled to almost 40 percent.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Hannah Peart, NBC News, 17 Nov. 2024
The big surprise of the week is Nina, who turns out a competent look that is proportioned better than most of her looks this season.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 28 June 2024
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On top of that, 23 per cent of his carries are progressive, the second-highest proportion among full-backs in the division (behind Aaron Wan-Bissaka).
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
Since 1970, the proportion of Americans who have such degrees has more than tripled to almost 40 percent.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
Rare, monstrously proportioned and strangely shaped, oarfish have sparked myths and legends for centuries.
—Hannah Peart, NBC News, 17 Nov. 2024
The big surprise of the week is Nina, who turns out a competent look that is proportioned better than most of her looks this season.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 28 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proportion
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These types of houses are characterized by their rigid symmetry—think windows and front doors evenly lined up and spaced, with rows of windows breaking up a flat façade.Lauren Gallow, Architectural Digest, 10 Jan. 2025
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Ben Stiller directs six of those entries (notably, the first and final three) with an unsettling symmetry; balancing and unbalancing compositions in order to undercut the inherent comforts of routine and uniformity.Erin Strecker, IndieWire, 3 Jan. 2025
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The Tuesday, January 7 episode of Wheel was a special one as current host Ryan Seacrest paused the game portion of the show to give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the various folks who work on the program.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Multiple evacuations have already been issued in Altadena itself and even a portion of Pasadena.Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2025
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The stock lens has a throw ratio of 0.9-1.5:1, while Valerion was showing off an alternative with a 1.3-2.1:1 throw ratio — better for use in larger rooms — at CES, according to New Atlas.Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 10 Jan. 2025
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And More—Had Homes Destroyed Along With Historic Landmarks Automate Essential Tasks For Scaling Industry Access AI can transform education by addressing coach-to-student ratios and ensuring students receive timely support.Suzanne DiBianca, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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The hats are available for dogs and cats and come in a variety of sizes, from small to extra large.Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2025
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And the lack of size on the interior really hurt the Thunder.Zach Harper, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Switzer says country club and prep are design aesthetics that balance sophistication with comfort, which never goes out of style.Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
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However, challenges will arise—particularly when balancing short-term profits with long-term societal benefits.Michael Shribman, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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There may be a correlation between early mortality and self-identity among first responders.Roberto Rivera, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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Research also found a troubling correlation between the receipt of these funds and the erosion of free speech norms, alongside a sharp increase in antisemitic incidents.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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Below, more Hollywood notables share firsthand accounts about the fires and their impact on their homes and communities.Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2025
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Morgan Stanley is also bearish on Chinese shares given deflationary pressures and rising geopolitical tensions.Chloe Berger, Fortune Asia, 9 Jan. 2025
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The multimedia digital platform The New Indian said a salvo launch is designed to overwhelm enemy defenses, ensuring higher mission success rates.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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Witty also cited several challenges in 2024, including the Biden administration’s Medicare rate cuts, reductions in Medicaid enrollment and a massive cyber attack that hit its Change Healthcare unit early last year.Tami Luhby, CNN, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Proportion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proportion. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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