balance out

phrasal verb

balanced out; balancing out; balances out

1

: to make (a different or opposite thing) less powerful, noticeable, etc. : to compensate for

Serve black coffee to help balance out the sweetness of the dessert.

His quickness will balance out the other fighter's greater strength.

2

: to be or become equal or even

The good times and the bad times balanced out

Examples of balance out in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So Vegas has to hope that their forward depth is strong enough to balance out where their star power lacks, relative to other contenders. —The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025

To balance out the potency, the formula is infused with skin-loving extras, including glycerin for hydration, peptides and amino acids to support a stronger, healthier skin barrier, and antioxidants such as tocopherol (vitamin E) and pomegranate extract to defend against environmental stress. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025

Delicious and full of flavor, the roast contains brown sugar that balances out the bitterness of the beer, while vinegar adds a hint of brightness. —Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025

The brine of bottarga and spice of Scotch bonnet cut through the richness to balance out this dip that is a real treat to kick off your meal. —The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for balance out

• about
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• burnout
• buyout
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• closeout
• cutout
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• dropout