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as in equilibrium
a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another
in order to determine the weight of that beaker, you need to get the two pans of the scale in perfect balance
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as in symmetry
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
the balance of the landscaping is in keeping with the symmetry of so many 18th-century mansions
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as in scale
a device for measuring weight
use a balance to make sure you get the amounts precisely correct
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as in offset
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
the balance to the mountain of complaints are the many letters of praise that we also receive
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as in rest
a remaining group or portion
and the balance of the contestants should stand in that last corner
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as in to equate
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
tried to balance the total amount of money spent on gifts for each child
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as in to hesitate
to show uncertainty about the right course of action
his tendency to balance and waffle on certain hot-button issues may hurt him in the general election
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Recent Examples of balance
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
While there’s talent on the roster, depth and balance remain concerns.
—The Athletic College Basketball Staff, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
The dachshund ended up hilariously opting to balance both eating and barking in a somewhat even rhythm.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
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Noun
This balance between conductivity, elasticity, and simple processing makes EPFL’s method particularly attractive for wearable applications.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
While there’s talent on the roster, depth and balance remain concerns.
—The Athletic College Basketball Staff, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
When applied from scalp to ends theGar lightweight multi-oil, shitake mushroom extract and probiotic ferment blend balances the scalp and repairs hair in 30 minutes.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
The dachshund ended up hilariously opting to balance both eating and barking in a somewhat even rhythm.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for balance
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These problems also occurred in the first weeks of the previous cease-fire, which lasted from January to March of this year; once the level of aid reached an equilibrium with the population’s needs, however, the looting abated.—
Jeremy Konyndyk,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Oct. 2025
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The two players in their scenario were already in a state of equilibrium.—
Ben Brubaker,
Quanta Magazine,
22 Oct. 2025
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These are frequently shaped into nested spheres—though there are many exceptions, including intricate axial symmetries.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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The view from orbit highlights the storm’s symmetry and structure, underscoring its status as a powerful Category 5 hurricane.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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But there are still other redistricting maps in the works in several other states that could tip the scales in Republicans' favor.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Companies that help manufacturers adapt, cut costs and stay globally competitive are ensuring that America can still make things efficiently, sustainably and at scale, which is arguably one of the biggest challenges of our time.—
Mike Palank,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The deceleration in hiring, uptick in corporate layoffs, still-weak consumer confidence, struggling housing market are all partial offsets to the thriving corporate and capex sector.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
29 Oct. 2025
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With an increasing share of capital migrating to passive, private credit provides compelling active management offset—and one that also contributes to the long-term health of our economy.—
Mike Terwilliger,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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The principle of relativity would later show up in Newton’s work as his first law of motion, where an object at rest would remain at rest and an object in motion would remain in constant motion, and would do so forever, unless and until either of them was acted upon by an outside (net) force.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Nov. 2025
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That is empowering — better rest is in your control.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Many people equate financial success or failure with personal worth.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
25 Oct. 2025
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Defense Priorities scholars argue that the cartels are being falsely equated with terrorist groups like Al Qaeda, and warn of mission creep without clear objectives or legal justification.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Blashill didn’t hesitate to go right back to Knight after the goalie’s first poor performance of the season Thursday night in Winnipeg.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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The Nashville forward was awarded the PK after Miami goalkeeper Rocco Rios Novo hesitated coming off his line and was called for a foul.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
2 Nov. 2025
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Adding another big contract would have been prohibitive ahead of an offseason where the Ravens will want to pay center Tyler Linderbaum, nose tackle Travis Jones, tight end Isaiah Likely and several others.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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On Tuesday, supervisors also unanimously passed a measure calling on the federal government to immediately start paying SNAP benefits, also known as food stamps.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Balance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balance. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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