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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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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 balance
Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
During the November meeting, opponents argued that bobcats are crucial for ecosystem balance and current population data is not sufficient to support opening a season.
—Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 20 Dec. 2024
Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 19 Dec. 2024
Consume Healthy Fats The body needs healthy fats to function and keep hormones balanced.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
Greg Emmanuel, Essence, 21 Dec. 2024
Additionally, combining low doses of THC with CBD can provide a balanced effect, promoting relaxation and reducing negative emotional responses.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024
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Noun
This year, positive market conditions helped boost those account balances to new highs.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
During the November meeting, opponents argued that bobcats are crucial for ecosystem balance and current population data is not sufficient to support opening a season.
—Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
Derek Hansel, the agency’s chief financial officer, asserted that the agency’s budget was balanced.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 19 Dec. 2024
Consume Healthy Fats The body needs healthy fats to function and keep hormones balanced.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Bright colors, balanced silhouettes, statement accessories and a great bag are all core to a great outfit in his world.
—Greg Emmanuel, Essence, 21 Dec. 2024
Additionally, combining low doses of THC with CBD can provide a balanced effect, promoting relaxation and reducing negative emotional responses.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for balance
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In today’s interconnected world, regional conflicts have ripple effects that extend beyond national borders, creating a dent in international trade and economic equilibrium.Pushkar Mukewar, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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But even if this helps Assad to hold the line against the opposition and re-establish a new equilibrium, this will be unstable.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Its stately symmetry recalls the verandaed antebellum homes of New Orleans.Miles Walls, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2024
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Yet, the directors never quite find the right symmetry between scenes of life and art with those that uncritically glorify violence.Marya E. Gates, IndieWire, 21 Nov. 2024
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After the Civil War, the Butler Island Plantation would never again achieve the same scale of agricultural production.Melissa L. Cooper, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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These were story worlds to add to the significance of being grounded, to know the tiny but integral scale of your belonging in a timeless culture of country, while staring into the abyss of the world.Alexis Wright, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Potential Offsets Offsets could include: Ending Existing Energy Credits: $300 billion in offsets.Mike Sylvester, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Deal over carbon markets draws criticism One of the goals at this year's summit was to finally agree on rules for a global system for trading carbon offsets, or carbon credits.Lauren Sommer, NPR, 23 Nov. 2024
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They are based mostly on fragrances and do not perform like antiperspirants, so the period of rest isn’t needed.Katharina Fuchs, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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There was LeBron James after five days of rest and having just turned 40 years old on Monday.Law Murray, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
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The other survivor, a 25-year-old flight attendant identified by her surname Koo, is reportedly in stable condition after suffering injuries to her ankle and head.Conor Murray, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Believed to be only about five days old, the girl was taken by medics to Jacobi Medical Center and is in stable condition.Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, the proportion of seniors aged 65 or older is forecast to rise from 30 to 40 percent by that year.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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Their numbers are slightly down on last season, although Liverpool rank third for possession (57 per cent) and second for field tilt (61.8 per cent), the latter a reflection of territorial dominance through measuring the proportion of total final-third passes a team plays in a match.Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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The personalized skin analysis takes five minutes at any beauty counter.Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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The restaurant, Pages, was sort of an upscale diner, with a long counter, a pie case and booths along a picture window at the front.Robin Abcarian, The Mercury News, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Balance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balance. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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