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

Examples of balance of power in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In California, only one of the remaining House races, in the 23rd District, will affect the chamber’s balance of power. — Camille Baker, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026

The Democratic wave that flipped control of Congress from Republicans on Election Day also washed through to the state and local level, with several legislatures seeing historic changes in their balance of power. — Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026

Only a balance of power could prevent countries from attempting to overthrow the existing order. — David Sacks, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2026

If District 37 Democrat candidate Darcy Casto remains in the lead against Republican incumbent Ed Setzler, the Senate balance of power would be 29-27 in the GOP's favor. — Dan Raby, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1679, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for balance of power

• airpower
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