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as in stable
having full use of one's mind and control over one's actions
no balanced person would believe that their dog's bark was actually the voice of God
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as in symmetric
having the parts agreeably related
a balanced arrangement of the furniture made the room look more spacious
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as in equated
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 faltered
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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as in paid
to give what is owed for
she had to balance her account with the hotel before checking out of her room
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Recent Examples of balanced
Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Without full reimbursement, districts of every size are forced to make difficult decisions to maintain a balanced budget.
—Patrice McCarthy, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2025
However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has since confirmed that the contentious $500 billion condition is now off the table, indicating that negotiations are ongoing for a more balanced agreement.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Buyers will benefit from increasing inventories, suggesting a more balanced market, but demand continues to outstrip supply, so sellers will still have the advantage, Young said.
—Ruth Thompson, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
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Cox does not attempt to offer a balanced portrait but rather highlights what many histories of Wilson have left out.
—Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Without full reimbursement, districts of every size are forced to make difficult decisions to maintain a balanced budget.
—Patrice McCarthy, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2025
However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has since confirmed that the contentious $500 billion condition is now off the table, indicating that negotiations are ongoing for a more balanced agreement.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Buyers will benefit from increasing inventories, suggesting a more balanced market, but demand continues to outstrip supply, so sellers will still have the advantage, Young said.
—Ruth Thompson, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for balanced
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In Monday's update, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said the pope was in stable condition.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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The Vatican said the 88-year-old pontiff is in stable condition after being admitted to a hospital in Rome last week.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Traditionally, organizations have equated specialized knowledge with leadership potential.—
Anna Barnhill,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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This was a controversial move among some in Congress and the human rights community who were wedded to an ideology that equated sanctions with leverage for change.—
Derek Mitchell,
NPR,
23 Dec. 2024
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Beyond Big Pharma As obesity drug stocks faltered, the other side of the weight loss drug trade has rebounded.—
Christina Cheddar Berk,
CNBC,
23 Dec. 2024
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Long the top-selling Chinese carmaker in Europe, the once-British sportscar brand has faltered recently, logging a 58% drop in registrations last month from a year earlier, based on data provided by Jato Dynamics, another research firm.—
Kristine Gill,
Fortune Asia,
23 Dec. 2024
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This eliminated much of the benefit of moving North, especially for lower-skilled workers who often paid a larger share of their income for housing.—
Adam A. Millsap,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The suit also claims Fox employees were not paid their full wages or overtime.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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According to the Mayo Clinic, individuals with Alzheimer's sometimes experience lucid episodes—brief moments when memories resurface and cognitive function appears temporarily restored.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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Since, however, the media maven has been spotted out twice, both times appearing to be in lucid and aware of her surroundings.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
7 Jan. 2025
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The symmetrical mantel decor arrangement feels formal, but the mix of objects keeps it interesting.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2025
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According to Homes & Antiques, 18th century Georgian homes are known for their high ceilings, symmetrical facades and water features in garden spaces.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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In California, lottery prizes are adjusted based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Jan. 2025
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Connecticut hasn’t broadly adjusted Medicaid rates for doctors who treat low-income patients since 2008.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
4 Jan. 2025
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Shelter volunteer Julie Saraceno shared the bittersweet moment Russell hesitated at the shelter's front door, seemingly realizing his adventure had come to an end.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
28 Dec. 2024
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Bangladeshis haven’t hesitated to weigh in, writing hundreds of emails saying that anyone running for office must meet certain educational thresholds.—
Saif Hasnat Atul Loke,
New York Times,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balanced. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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