plural imbalances
Definition of imbalance
: lack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion
a structural imbalance a chemical imbalance in the brain "… The talks are aimed at reducing the trade imbalance … between the world`s two largest economic powers. …"— Norah O'Donnell A key element of the definition of bullying is a power imbalance that enables the abusive behavior.— Patricia Vowinkel Some have suffered an imbalance of gait known as ataxia.— Lawrence K. Altman
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The first known use of imbalance was circa 1890
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