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

The right footwear should balance out the silhouette of your shorts, all while setting the tone for the rest of the outfit. —Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026

The base is reverse osmosis water with yuzu, ginger, and honey, which balances out the usual abrasive taste of a wellness shot. —Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026

The pretzel bun gave it a little extra chew and saltiness, which helped balance out all that cheese sauce poured over the top. —Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026

Plus, a plateful of veggies is the perfect way to balance out the irresistible Hot Brown Party Rolls that are a must-have. —Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026

Rhymes for balance out

• about
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• blackout
• blowout
• breakout
• burnout
• buyout
• checkout
• closeout
• cutout
• devout
• dropout