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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
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025
About 5 million people use Propel's app to check their SNAP balances, and get coupons and discounts on groceries.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 4 Nov. 2025
The cut creates a flattering shape that hugs curves and balances proportions beautifully.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
But a good leader balances between authenticity, diplomacy and appropriate fury.
—Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Fees Fees may vary depending on the investment vehicle selected, account balances, etc.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
With a moderate 320-thread-count sateen weave, the fabric balances breathability and smoothness while staying cool to the touch.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2025
This cocktail of ingredients balances each other out seamlessly, and even shoppers can confirm.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2025
The foundation has invested nearly $700,000 in military support and also paid off holiday layaway balances for 515 military families.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
The decor balances California cool with Parisian polish, Art Deco touches with an apartment feel.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Throughout the hour-long premiere, Megan Gallagher’s adaptation of Andrea Mara’s 2021 novel balances the tragic urgency of a missing-kid mystery with the soapy indulgences of a trash-TV thriller.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
Point Calamares Point Calamares balances a relaxed atmosphere where guests can wander in from Praia Grande in flip-flops or arrive dressed up for an elegant night out.
—Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
It is aged to perfection delivering a smooth, full-bodied bourbon that balances sweet corn richness with subtle oak and spice.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
This vinaigrette is bright and tangy with a gentle sweetness from honey that balances the sharpness of apple cider vinegar and mustard.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2025
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
These days, Marshawn is building a life that balances business, creativity, and community—acting, podcasting, and giving back while staying true to his roots.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
Inside, the design balances warmth and innovation.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025
About 5 million people use Propel's app to check their SNAP balances, and get coupons and discounts on groceries.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 4 Nov. 2025
The cut creates a flattering shape that hugs curves and balances proportions beautifully.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
But a good leader balances between authenticity, diplomacy and appropriate fury.
—Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Fees Fees may vary depending on the investment vehicle selected, account balances, etc.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
With a moderate 320-thread-count sateen weave, the fabric balances breathability and smoothness while staying cool to the touch.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2025
This cocktail of ingredients balances each other out seamlessly, and even shoppers can confirm.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2025
The foundation has invested nearly $700,000 in military support and also paid off holiday layaway balances for 515 military families.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
The palette—natural stone, warm wood, and polished metal—balances contemporary minimalism with classic refinement.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
The decor balances California cool with Parisian polish, Art Deco touches with an apartment feel.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Throughout the hour-long premiere, Megan Gallagher’s adaptation of Andrea Mara’s 2021 novel balances the tragic urgency of a missing-kid mystery with the soapy indulgences of a trash-TV thriller.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
Point Calamares Point Calamares balances a relaxed atmosphere where guests can wander in from Praia Grande in flip-flops or arrive dressed up for an elegant night out.
—Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
It is aged to perfection delivering a smooth, full-bodied bourbon that balances sweet corn richness with subtle oak and spice.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
This vinaigrette is bright and tangy with a gentle sweetness from honey that balances the sharpness of apple cider vinegar and mustard.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2025
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
These days, Marshawn is building a life that balances business, creativity, and community—acting, podcasting, and giving back while staying true to his roots.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for balances
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In contexts not concerning the elite private colleges of New England and their decades-old conflicts and syllabi and on-campus squabbles, this mode of prestige media procedure matters absolutely and enormously, at scales difficult to tabulate.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 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
Noun
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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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When the probes combine multiple views or colors to create a single image, tiny color offsets — caused by seconds-long delays between camera channels — sometimes appear, and are normally dismissed as image noise.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Internet is today and over its future phases becoming the intelligent, resilient, and universal fabric upon which the world’s digital future rests.—
Mallik Tatipamula,
IEEE Spectrum,
27 Oct. 2025
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Next to her rests a Rodeo bag, a style from Piccioli’s predecessor Demna, here shown dangling an array of charms and the model’s first initial.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This equates about one in 10 jobs.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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That's because the language of the bill equates universal free fares with policies that instruct bus drivers not to request fares from passengers, which the transit agency implemented in 2022 to make buses safer.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And when New York falters, the ripple effects are often national.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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As time passes, pressure increases, communication falters, and every decision carries the weight of potential destruction.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Federal Election Commission requires presidential candidates to reveal who pays them.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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How much someone with insurance pays for these drugs depends on their health plan; Eli Lilly notes on its website that through private insurance, people can pay as little as $25 a month.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Wipe down any small appliances (don’t forget underneath), bottles or storage containers, or decorations on your counters to remove dust or grease buildup every week.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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The defense counters that there was also a flashing light.—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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To maintain precision, KIMM developed a reinforcement learning algorithm that continuously adjusts the nozzle’s aiming angle using six degrees of freedom acceleration data to compensate for wave and hull movement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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The spray nozzle adjusts from a fine mist to a steady stream for careful quantity control.—
Nicole Pyles,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Balances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balances. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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