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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
Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
The Veterans Benefits Administration has received advance appropriations since 2017 and any carryover balances in discretionary accounts can be allocated for current operations, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
—C. A. Bridges, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Many couples leave the experience not just newly married but also newly indebted, with credit card balances or loans that linger far beyond the honeymoon.
—Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
This towering, golden pie balances sweet and savory with sharp cheddar in the pastry and topping.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2025
Weighing less than many rivals, the Evija’s drivetrain balances power with relative lightness.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2025
Jung’s programming philosophy balances breadth with precision.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Sep. 2025
Tillinghast’s sprawling fairway bunkers on the right and left dominate the center of the canvas, while the large putting surface at the top balances with shaded tee boxes, geometric shapes, and the iconic Bethpage Black sign at the bottom.
—Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The male balances on the female's back and spreads his wings, showing just how flexible those stilt legs are.
—New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2025
Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
The program, which was rolled out on Wednesday with the aim of attracting foreign professionals, will also test how China balances its immigration policy with its pursuit of technological ambitions.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
The key is finding something that balances cozy comfort with enough novelty to spark an annual tradition each season.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
The additional oak interaction builds the sweetness and balances the spice derived from the rye-forward mash bills and creates a unique combination of flavors with each expression.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Bifidobacterium boosts the immune system, balances inflammation, regulates metabolism and helps to digest certain carbohydrates and dietary fibers.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
On my table balances a Sculpey clay figurine of the Egyptian deity Ptah mashed with Unicron, whose wings serve the dual purpose of cape and sculpture brace.
—Lana Lin
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Lounge emphasizes that its approach to fashion is about reflecting these layers of identity, presenting clothing that balances sensuality with function and versatility.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
But Anderson balances the sprawling, conspiracy-minded aspects of this yarn with the intimate father-daughter story, which is the heart of the matter.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 26 Sep. 2025
Noun
Meanwhile, credit card balances have continued to rise, according to research on household debt by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
The Veterans Benefits Administration has received advance appropriations since 2017 and any carryover balances in discretionary accounts can be allocated for current operations, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
—C. A. Bridges, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Many couples leave the experience not just newly married but also newly indebted, with credit card balances or loans that linger far beyond the honeymoon.
—Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
This towering, golden pie balances sweet and savory with sharp cheddar in the pastry and topping.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2025
Weighing less than many rivals, the Evija’s drivetrain balances power with relative lightness.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2025
Jung’s programming philosophy balances breadth with precision.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Sep. 2025
Tillinghast’s sprawling fairway bunkers on the right and left dominate the center of the canvas, while the large putting surface at the top balances with shaded tee boxes, geometric shapes, and the iconic Bethpage Black sign at the bottom.
—Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The male balances on the female's back and spreads his wings, showing just how flexible those stilt legs are.
—New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
With elements of social realism and light absurdism, the film balances comedy and drama as Santiago attempts to reassemble his life.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
The program, which was rolled out on Wednesday with the aim of attracting foreign professionals, will also test how China balances its immigration policy with its pursuit of technological ambitions.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
The key is finding something that balances cozy comfort with enough novelty to spark an annual tradition each season.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
The additional oak interaction builds the sweetness and balances the spice derived from the rye-forward mash bills and creates a unique combination of flavors with each expression.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Bifidobacterium boosts the immune system, balances inflammation, regulates metabolism and helps to digest certain carbohydrates and dietary fibers.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
On my table balances a Sculpey clay figurine of the Egyptian deity Ptah mashed with Unicron, whose wings serve the dual purpose of cape and sculpture brace.
—Lana Lin
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Lounge emphasizes that its approach to fashion is about reflecting these layers of identity, presenting clothing that balances sensuality with function and versatility.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
But Anderson balances the sprawling, conspiracy-minded aspects of this yarn with the intimate father-daughter story, which is the heart of the matter.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for balances
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Matter clumped and clustered together under the relentless pull of gravity, and structures grew and grew on progressively larger scales.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
3 Oct. 2025
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The new species was identified by its fin shape, scales, body proportions, coloring and other subtle physical features, the study said.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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The latest estimates indicate that up to 10 million defaulted borrowers are at risk of tax refund or Social Security benefit offsets.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Business card users will also see $3,500 in annual benefits, including new hotel credits and offsets for purchases at Dell Technologies and Adobe.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Some of the blame for how far things have gotten rests on us.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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The team’s breakthrough rests on a new solid electrolyte.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In a culture that equates health with hustle, that quiet efficiency is the most radical act of all.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
7 Oct. 2025
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Such a framing emphasizes the use of violence as the principal means of solving problems and equates hostility and aggression with leadership.—
Monica Duffy Toft,
The Conversation,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Thiago shines while Fernandes falters Brentford produced one of the standout results of the weekend with a convincing 3-1 victory over Manchester United.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Max Verstappen's victories in the last two Grands Prix have brought him back into the championship fight, although the 69-point gap to Piastri can only be achieved if McLaren falters on every race weekend.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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For the second half of the payment, once Mandel Group pays its annual taxes on the site, the city will give Mandel Group a rebate check back on 75% of the developer's taxes each year.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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That means anyone who pays for health insurance coverage, including for plans offered through their employer, will see higher monthly premiums.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Folks swear by it for everything from wiping down kitchen counters to freshening up laundry, but despite its many uses, apple cider vinegar isn’t the miracle cleaner for everything.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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In Birmingham, Selfridges is planning another beauty hall, which will reach completion in November with 37 new counters and a dedicated fragrance space.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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The measure, typically announced each October, adjusts the benefits Social Security recipients earn to counteract the effects of inflation.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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While Matt adjusts to life with his daughter and grandchildren underfoot, his shop becomes a hub of comedy and camaraderie with employees like Stitch (Daryl Mitchell) and Gabriel (Seann William Scott).—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Balances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balances. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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