How to Use balanced in a Sentence

balanced

adjective
  • The Hornets are more balanced on each end of the court with Williams.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2024
  • The result: The Rangers had a much more balanced lineup.
    Evan Grant, Dallas News, 20 June 2023
  • Drive the other palm into the floor and brace your core to stay balanced.
    Brett Williams, Men's Health, 20 Apr. 2023
  • With a 17-player roster, the Hornets (6-1) utilize a balanced approach at the plate and in the field.
    Cam Kerry, BostonGlobe.com, 21 Apr. 2023
  • The bottom line is that a balanced approach to plant care is the winning ticket.
    Katy Spratte Joyce, ELLE Decor, 24 Aug. 2023
  • Read on for more items to keep on hand and suggestions for how to use these foods to build balanced meals, snacks, and treats.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 6 Aug. 2023
  • The thickness of this glass proved to be sturdy yet elegant, as the lip of the glass was thin but felt balanced with the thickness of the base.
    Michelle Love, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2023
  • Full-tang knives are believed to be better balanced, and that's key for users who like the feel of a heavier knife.
    goodhousekeeping.com, 28 Apr. 2023
  • That’s the nature of balanced storytelling, and letting go of what doesn’t serve us.
    Richard Newby, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2023
  • These are uniquely made with fresh roasted jalapeños for the crowd that craves a balanced, roasted, spicy flair.
    Charlotte Observer, 7 Feb. 2024
  • Both had a touchdown as part of a balanced passing attack.
    Mike Preston, Baltimore Sun, 17 Sep. 2023
  • These days, Donna predicts the NFL stars keep their fridges full of balanced options.
    Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 7 Feb. 2024
  • The survey found that in the last year, around 51 percent of respondents could not afford to eat balanced meals.
    Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Feb. 2024
  • Be sure to wash two pillows at a time to keep the washer balanced, ensuring an all-around clean.
    Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 27 July 2023
  • Measure first: This drink is well balanced, so try one as written.
    Christine Fiorentino, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Fortunately for us, the moon’s in the balanced sign of Libra Monday through Wednesday, in the days leading up to the full moon.
    Dossé-Via, refinery29.com, 30 May 2023
  • So the balanced way you were raised is still being reflected in your current life.
    Billboard Japan, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2023
  • And Thorne became the balanced quarterback Auburn has been looking for.
    Matt Cohen | McOhen@al.com, al, 17 Sep. 2023
  • An essential takeaway is the need for a balanced approach.
    Christos Makridis, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2023
  • For true spice lovers, this spicy, bright and balanced margarita has three heat sources at work: slices of habanero and a dash of ancho chile liqueur in the drink, and chile-lime salt on the rim.
    M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, 20 Apr. 2023
  • Thalía: The most important thing in my experiences is my faith, and how balanced is my life?
    Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2023
  • The icing is exceptionally sweet, but those don’t add up to a balanced cake.
    Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
  • That helped determine their skin types as dry, normal (or balanced), or oily.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 12 Sep. 2023
  • Though when consumed in moderation and as a part of a balanced and healthy diet, it can be enjoyed once in a while.
    Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Health, 5 Dec. 2023
  • It’s always based on Portuguese flavors yet is balanced and not heavy.
    Ann Abel, Forbes, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Biles has found that younger Gen Zers, and the youngest athletes, Gen Alpha, espouse a more balanced approach both to training and to any challenge.
    Byjane Thier, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2023
  • Even still, many of the foods offered in the paleo diet are popular and important to eat as part of a balanced diet.
    Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 8 July 2023
  • Choose a balanced, all-purpose plant food ($22, Walmart), or a liquid fish emulsion ($15, The Home Depot).
    Deb Wiley, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2023
  • Yellow onions, with their balanced flavor, are the most traditional type of onion to use in mirepoix.
    Jessica Harlan, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2023
  • Both animal and plant proteins have their advantages and can be part of a balanced diet.
    Lauren Manaker, Verywell Health, 1 Aug. 2023

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