strike a balance
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: to achieve a state in which different things occur in equal or proper amounts or have an equal or proper amount of importance
trying to strike a balance between respecting the past and moving into the future
He needs to strike a better balance between his work life and his family life.
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The central bank is meant instead to strike a balance between keeping inflation at low and stable levels and promoting a strong job market.
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Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 12 Jan. 2026
Interiors strike a balance between upscale chic—with slouching sofas and armchairs upholstered in a lilac linen that references blooms that peek out around the property—and exceedingly minimal, with modern fireplaces and infinity pools.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Alternatively, there’s a single 4-kW motor option, which should strike a balance between power and efficiency.
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The best home warranty companies strike a balance between affordability, reliable service and coverage that protects your home’s most important systems and appliances.
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Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 12 Jan. 2026
Interiors strike a balance between upscale chic—with slouching sofas and armchairs upholstered in a lilac linen that references blooms that peek out around the property—and exceedingly minimal, with modern fireplaces and infinity pools.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Alternatively, there’s a single 4-kW motor option, which should strike a balance between power and efficiency.
—New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
The best home warranty companies strike a balance between affordability, reliable service and coverage that protects your home’s most important systems and appliances.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for strike a balance
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“Strike a balance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strike%20a%20balance. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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