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
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Lime juice: Fresh lime juice provides acid to balance out the sweetness of the honey and the salt.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
The fourth line’s contributions were almost exclusively defensive, something Nesterenko might help balance out with more regular playing time.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 18 June 2025
For example, a hedge fund following a long-short strategy could still earn money during market declines, balancing out stock losses.
—Eric Satz, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Honor 400 Display At 6.55 inches, the Honor 400 display is a touch smaller than others, but three key features balance out that slight deficit.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
The fourth line’s contributions were almost exclusively defensive, something Nesterenko might help balance out with more regular playing time.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 18 June 2025
For example, a hedge fund following a long-short strategy could still earn money during market declines, balancing out stock losses.
—Eric Satz, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Honor 400 Display At 6.55 inches, the Honor 400 display is a touch smaller than others, but three key features balance out that slight deficit.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for balance out
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“Balance out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balance%20out. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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