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as in equilibrium
a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another
in order to determine the weight of that beaker, you need to get the two pans of the scale in perfect balance
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as in symmetry
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
the balance of the landscaping is in keeping with the symmetry of so many 18th-century mansions
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as in scale
a device for measuring weight
use a balance to make sure you get the amounts precisely correct
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as in offset
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
the balance to the mountain of complaints are the many letters of praise that we also receive
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as in rest
a remaining group or portion
and the balance of the contestants should stand in that last corner
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as in to equate
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
tried to balance the total amount of money spent on gifts for each child
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as in to hesitate
to show uncertainty about the right course of action
his tendency to balance and waffle on certain hot-button issues may hurt him in the general election
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Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2024
The model for success for the Broncos is striking a strong balance between the pass and run game.
—Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 1 Nov. 2024
Erin Coulehan, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2024
Plus, the vinegar helps balance the richness of the beef and onions.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
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No minimum to open a Fidelity Go® account, but minimum $10 balance according to the investment strategy chosen
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Fees may vary depending on the investment vehicle selected.
—Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2024
The model for success for the Broncos is striking a strong balance between the pass and run game.
—Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 1 Nov. 2024
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Choosing to vote privately can be a way for women to balance their own beliefs with relationship dynamics, all while subtly impacting election results.
—Erin Coulehan, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2024
Plus, the vinegar helps balance the richness of the beef and onions.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
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There is no chemistry there of any sort that is really out of equilibrium with the environment, Mojzsis, a professor at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, told me.Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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This precarious state of equilibrium won’t last forever, though.Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2024
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Introduction By Gregory Barber Contributing Writer September 20, 2024 geometry mathematics symmetry All topics In 1986, after the space shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds into its flight, the eminent physicist Richard Feynman was called in to find out what had gone wrong.Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 20 Sep. 2024
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The most curious feature is the storm’s stunning symmetry.Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Sep. 2024
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Research on the effect short-term rentals have on long-term rents in the US on a national scale is difficult to come by.Samantha Delouya, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
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On the larger scale, even with my limited knowledge of Dragon Age lore, there are some big, big reveals about the nature of this universe by the end of the game that were genuinely interesting to me.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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How to Propagate Amaryllis Amaryllis can be propagated through bulb offsets (recommended) or seeds.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
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And even if the cost offsets would materialize, there’s the question of whether Congress would approve an amendment to the IRA to expand the numbers of prescription drugs eligible to be selected for price negotiation.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
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The next few months are going to be busy—there's so many gifts to buy, decorations to hang and dinners to host—so staying on top of your rest is essential.Elsie Boskamp, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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Supportive care, including rest, hydration and treating the virus' symptoms, is also recommended.Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2024
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Oquendo equates a makeup trial to a first date, where two people are trying to get to know each other, except in this case the makeup artist is offering their professional services for one of the biggest days of your life.Sophia Panych, Allure, 28 Oct. 2024
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Sunday's rally speakers highlighted the storied history of Madison Square Garden to try and equate Trump with some of the other legends who have appeared there, from singer Elvis Presley to Hogan at the height of his professional wrestling fame.Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2024
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Jackman didn't hesitate to get in on the fun when Martha Stewart dissed Reynolds in a recent interview.Christian Holub, EW.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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When considering how challenging the role might be, Sakaguchi initially hesitated.Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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People also can, in some cases, still pay TikTok to run ads about politically sensitive topics.Emily Baker-White, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Companies should pay 1% of their profits or 0.1% of their revenue, according to the agreement.Alison Snyder, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Balance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balance. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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