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as in scales
a device for measuring weight
use a balance to make sure you get the amounts precisely correct
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as in offsets
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 rests
a remaining group or portion
and the balance of the contestants should stand in that last corner
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as in equates
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 falters
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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as in pays
to give what is owed for
she had to balance her account with the hotel before checking out of her room
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Recent Examples of balances
Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Additional employer or philanthropic initiatives aimed at seeding accounts could further increase early balances.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Once the loan pays off your existing balances, you're left with one payment, which is typically lower thanks to the reduced interest rate.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 14 May 2026
The future of loyalty may no longer revolve around points balances alone.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
The concept of sustainability On Earth, the concept of sustainability balances protecting the environment, maintaining economic well-being and caring for society – current as well as future generations.
—Parvathy Prem, The Conversation, 14 May 2026
From there, parents can view balances and transactions, monitor investing activity, as well as access account activity alerts.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 13 May 2026
If governments operated with Hayekian principles in mind, there would be more robust commitments to checks-and-balances to ensure government doesn’t overreach.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Now, a new class of wardrobe staples is shaping the next chapter of office dressing — one that balances personality with polish and sharp tailoring with modern ease.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
The deposit balances on those rails are tokenized, allowing the bank-to-bank movements that ordinarily clear in days to settle in seconds.
—Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
The film balances raw, emotional interviews of families still grappling with the fire’s aftermath with silly moments from the dugout, kids tripping over ball buckets or cheering on their teammates.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The best breakfast is one that balances protein, fiber, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to support steady energy, fullness, focus, and overall health.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 13 May 2026
Glueck’s most recent Amazon find is this coffee table, designed in the style of Karl Springer, that balances sculptural form with high design.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2026
How Slowik balances that the scheme’s basic principles with Willis’ skill set will be key.
—Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Navigating these cases requires a deep dive into complex valuations and a strategy that balances personal dynamics with economic realities.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Noun
Calvo is taking an aggressive stance in seeking to collect outstanding balances from the debtors, including the hospitals, arguing that the city cannot continue allowing large private institutions to accumulate unpaid debt while enforcing strict payment rules on residents.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Additional employer or philanthropic initiatives aimed at seeding accounts could further increase early balances.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Once the loan pays off your existing balances, you're left with one payment, which is typically lower thanks to the reduced interest rate.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 14 May 2026
The future of loyalty may no longer revolve around points balances alone.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
The concept of sustainability On Earth, the concept of sustainability balances protecting the environment, maintaining economic well-being and caring for society – current as well as future generations.
—Parvathy Prem, The Conversation, 14 May 2026
From there, parents can view balances and transactions, monitor investing activity, as well as access account activity alerts.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 13 May 2026
If governments operated with Hayekian principles in mind, there would be more robust commitments to checks-and-balances to ensure government doesn’t overreach.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Verb
Somewhere in the chaos, a stylist balances an iced latte, three phones and a couture gown worth more than a Riviera apartment.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Now, a new class of wardrobe staples is shaping the next chapter of office dressing — one that balances personality with polish and sharp tailoring with modern ease.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
The deposit balances on those rails are tokenized, allowing the bank-to-bank movements that ordinarily clear in days to settle in seconds.
—Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
The film balances raw, emotional interviews of families still grappling with the fire’s aftermath with silly moments from the dugout, kids tripping over ball buckets or cheering on their teammates.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The best breakfast is one that balances protein, fiber, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to support steady energy, fullness, focus, and overall health.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 13 May 2026
Glueck’s most recent Amazon find is this coffee table, designed in the style of Karl Springer, that balances sculptural form with high design.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2026
How Slowik balances that the scheme’s basic principles with Willis’ skill set will be key.
—Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Navigating these cases requires a deep dive into complex valuations and a strategy that balances personal dynamics with economic realities.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for balances
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As has been reported, there were a series of unforeseeable circumstances that unfortunately tilted the scales heavily against the project being a financial success.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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As trade policies have shifted the global trade landscape, Seroka highlighted that Vietnam’s growth as a sourcing hub has tilted the scales in pricing power, while also boosting the reliability of the Southeast Asian nation’s vendors.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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Those bulbs spread and multiply by forming little bulblets called offsets, and those grow into larger bulbs.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Through an algebraic analysis of the robots’ parameters, such as the lengths of their links and the offsets of their joints, the team mapped out exactly where the singularities lie within their joint space.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
26 Apr. 2026
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Beijing has long treated advanced technology transactions as matters of national security, even when the legal framing rests in competition policy.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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With adjustable leg rests and no arm rests in the way, passengers can recline or lay flat across the sofa-like space.—
Emma Clarke,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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Critics said the report essentially equates one stand of conservative Christianity to be representative of Christians overall, then construes policy disagreements to be persecution.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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Lewkowitz pushed back against the traditional value proposition that equates value with the lowest possible price.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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As a ceasefire with Tehran falters, Republicans joined Democrats in pressing for details on the conflict’s costs and the administration’s plan to end it.—
Noah Robertson,
Washington Post,
12 May 2026
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Overreliance on one industry makes economies betting on high-tech development vulnerable to market corrections, if AI development falters, or if worsening commodities shortages eventually hinder production of electronic components.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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Cooper’s agent, Felicity Blunt, was one of five Rivals executive producers who delved deep into why the author meant so much to the world and how the show starring David Tennant, Aidan Turner, Danny Dyer and Katherine Parkinson pays tribute to her memory.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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Typically, Netflix pays just an upfront fee rather than offering viewership incentive bonuses.—
Aaron Couch,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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Even everyday household items—including coffee makers, crockpots and blenders—are showing up at pawn counters.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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OpenAI counters that Musk is looking to boost his own firm, xAI.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Perhaps even a rag-tag group of remainders can put a scare into San Antonio.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
1 May 2026
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The best-case scenario would be for the Lakers’ remainders to extend the best-of-seven series with the Rockets long enough for Doncic and Reaves to rejoin LeBron James in that Big Three, either at the end of this series or the start of the next one.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Balances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balances. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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