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as in portions
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 ratios
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 dimensions
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 parts
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as in balances
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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proportions
Noun
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Exceptional ratios, massive hit.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024 -
This is an interesting case as many of the initial trailers had very positive ratios, but the more gameplay was shown off and people realized just how much this was a live service looter shooter, fan support evaporated.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Hitters talking eagerly about finding a positive in more favorable stadium dimensions.—
Marc Topkin,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Mar. 2025
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In addition, the dimensions mirror Yankee Stadium, meaning there is a 314-foot short porch in right field.—
Marc Topkin,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Housing prices will stay high too, as mortgage rates stay elevated compared to 2021 levels.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Furthermore, affecting the stability of the cryptocurrency market could be macroeconomic elements including inflation rates, devaluation of currencies, or market collapse.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The numbers on the vertical axis are decimal representations of percentages.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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No complex calculations needed—just stick to those percentages and adjust based on results.—
Renae Gregoire,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Dealerships are typically going all out to move the metal, both to meet year-end quotas and to winnow down excess inventory, especially of what are now last year’s models.—
Jim Gorzelany,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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In a research note out earlier this month, ING analysts said the agreement is expected to facilitate trade growth between the two regions, citing a mix of larger import quotas and lower or removed tariffs on products like beef, poultry, sugar beet and soybeans.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Sky gazers in the path of the partial solar eclipse will likely see a crescent shape when looking at the sun as the moon passes between the star and Earth, in contrast to a total solar eclipse which aligns the three celestial bodies completely.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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This approach helps reduce costs and aligns with what employees value most.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Capella Ubud The resort's impeccable design harmoniously blends modern luxury with the natural beauty of the Balinese jungle.—
Megan Murphy,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Dec. 2024
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The blini feature lemon zest and herbs such as parsley, chives and thyme, and the dill cream blends crème fraîche, lemon juice, shallots and dill.—
Danielle Dorsey,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The white hue also matches the fragrant flowers, Easter bunny, and host of other things that pop up at this time of year.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Each of the pooches appears to be named after a color that matches their collars.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Proportions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proportions. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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