balance of power
noun phrase
: an equilibrium of power sufficient to discourage or prevent one nation or party from imposing its will on or interfering with the interests of another
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The order emerging out of Westphalia enshrined the principles of national sovereignty and territorial integrity, which allowed these powers to pursue a balance of power as codified by the Congress of Vienna based on negotiation as opposed to domination.
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Andrew Latham, The Conversation, 16 July 2025
Our expert, Victoria Song, rated it Excellent in her review for its balance of power and simplicity, calling it a standout for hands-off cleaning.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 July 2025
Chega upsets Portugal’s power dynamics Chega’s result shook up the traditional balance of power in a trend already witnessed elsewhere in Europe with parties such as France’s National Rally, the Brothers of Italy, and Alternative for Germany, which are now in the political mainstream.
—Barry Hatton, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2025
Rather, a combination of diplomatic cooperation and a balance of power kept order until the Crimean War and the unifications of Germany and Italy disrupted it.
—Ngaire Woods, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
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Andrew Latham, The Conversation, 16 July 2025
Our expert, Victoria Song, rated it Excellent in her review for its balance of power and simplicity, calling it a standout for hands-off cleaning.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 July 2025
Chega upsets Portugal’s power dynamics Chega’s result shook up the traditional balance of power in a trend already witnessed elsewhere in Europe with parties such as France’s National Rally, the Brothers of Italy, and Alternative for Germany, which are now in the political mainstream.
—Barry Hatton, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2025
Rather, a combination of diplomatic cooperation and a balance of power kept order until the Crimean War and the unifications of Germany and Italy disrupted it.
—Ngaire Woods, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for balance of power
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“Balance of power.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balance%20of%20power. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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