in small doses
in small doses
In only small increments or short periods of time. The book is incredibly dense, so I suggest reading it in small doses. John can be quite funny, but I can only handle him in small doses.
See also: dose, small
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
in small doses
COMMON If you do something, experience something or spend time with someone in small doses, you do it, experience it, or spend time with them in small amounts or for short periods of time. I liked him in small doses. He may be right to assume most Germans favour reform only in small doses.
See also: dose, small
Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
in small doses
experienced or engaged in a little at a time. 1994 American Spectator In small doses, ironical detachment is as necessary for getting along in life as…any of the other human qualities.
See also: dose, small
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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