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verb

past tense of balance

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Recent Examples of balanced
Adjective
Fenty Beauty’s Gloss Bomb’s plumping formula features ginger root oil and pepper extract, along with vitamin E and shea butter for a balanced blend of volume and hydration. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2025 Carroll is known for placing a strong emphasis on the running game, often aiming for a balanced offense that uses the run game to grind out games in the fourth quarter. Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 25 Apr. 2025 For a more balanced strategy, the Trefis High Quality portfolio has delivered strong results, returning over 91% since launch—outpacing broader benchmarks. Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025 Lots of people love Global knives are beloved by many for their middle of the road price and balanced, lightweight feel. Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for balanced
Recent Examples of Synonyms for balanced
Adjective
  • This independence is intended to allow the Fed to focus on its dual mandate: promoting maximum employment and maintaining stable prices.
    Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
  • The unpredictability makes the U.S. seem less stable, less reliable, and a less safe place for their money, experts say.
    CBS News, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Critics argue that attributing human-like emotions to AI is a form of anthropomorphism, where the complex processes of AI optimization are mistakenly equated with human feelings.
    Luis E. Romero, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Childhood is equated with whimsy, imagination, and originality.
    Katy Waldman, The New Yorker, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Without him in the lineup, the Knicks offense has faltered a little bit.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
  • However, New York has faltered a little without their star on the floor.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • And a lot of money was paid for him too.
    Talk of the Devils, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Goldman told The New York Times that Richards paid a fine for the conviction and never had to serve any jail time.
    Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • In other words, could the question at the outset of the novel be applied today to the United States—a bastion of democratic strength being ripped apart by an erratic tyrant? Years ago, in one of his lucid columns, Vargas Llosa described the election of Donald Trump as a form of national suicide.
    Ilan Stavans, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
  • For a woman who had made a reputation as a lucid, sharp chronicler of the reality of American lives, Didion struggled with the irrational thoughts that flooded her mind afterward.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The layout of the property feels undeniably symmetrical from the sleek white marble walkway paths to the lush green Zen gardens (created by landscape architect Karl Princic) that blanket the property.
    Nicole Brewer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025
  • In a similar pattern like chevrons, the effect is symmetrical, suggesting balance.
    Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The asset limit under the bill would be automatically adjusted for inflation on a biennial basis.
    Josh Snyder, Arkansas Online, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The stand also serves as a lens cover during transport, and the unit will automatically power on when the stand is adjusted for viewing.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • For those who have hesitated due to financial concerns, now may be the right time to take the leap.
    Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Charlotte has hesitated to drop parking minimums.
    Alexandria Sands, Axios, 21 Mar. 2025

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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balanced. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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