balance out

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

Her red Stuart Weitzman pumps matched her coat, while her brown purse balanced out the bold colors of the ensemble. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026

Be sure to balance out vibes with facts as the moon and Mercury clash. — Usa Today, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

Luria pointed out that this earnings dynamic may balance out with more volatility. — Kate Rooney, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026

The dress featured a deep V-neckline and structural boning that created an hourglass silhouette, which was balanced out with a voluminous layered princess skirt. — Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 31 July 2026

Rhymes for balance out

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