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as in balance
a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another
we must find an equilibrium between commercial development and conservation of our natural treasures
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
that stunning insult left me speechless, and several minutes passed before I recovered my equilibrium
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Recent Examples of equilibrium
Based on these parameters, scientists estimate the planet’s equilibrium temperature to be around 368 K, placing it in a relatively warm but still temperate range for rocky exoplanets.
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
The reinterpretation of what minimalism is, the equilibrium between cold colors, the perfect cuts.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
This struggle creates a tension that keeps the whole system in equilibrium, restraining those who would abuse their authority.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2026
In this election cycle, the equation is being altered as the campaigns of Black politicians are being flooded with major cash from AIPAC donors and affiliates, radically shifting the equilibrium of some races.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
The reinterpretation of what minimalism is, the equilibrium between cold colors, the perfect cuts.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
This struggle creates a tension that keeps the whole system in equilibrium, restraining those who would abuse their authority.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2026
In this election cycle, the equation is being altered as the campaigns of Black politicians are being flooded with major cash from AIPAC donors and affiliates, radically shifting the equilibrium of some races.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equilibrium
Noun
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Today’s Libra full moon helps you to restore balance.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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And while the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners approved covering the overrun, most of which will come from the county's unrestricted fund balance, frustration is clearly building.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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John is, as ever, at ease in front of the cameras, while Carolyn struggles to maintain composure.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2026
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When Kotb asked how Guthrie reacted to seeing images of the abductor taken from Ring camera footage, Guthrie worked hard to keep her composure.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This indicated that the materials undergo reversible equilibration during operation.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Equilibrium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equilibrium. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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