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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
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.
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Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The work of Ayurveda, then, is to restore equilibrium.
—Annie Daly, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026
Then, with fewer and smaller oxygen-consuming animals and more plants gobbling up carbon dioxide and producing oxygen, the balance will change, eventually reaching equilibrium.
—Big Think, 17 Feb. 2026
There’s an equilibrium in Berghain that’s maintained unlike anywhere else.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
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Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The work of Ayurveda, then, is to restore equilibrium.
—Annie Daly, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026
Then, with fewer and smaller oxygen-consuming animals and more plants gobbling up carbon dioxide and producing oxygen, the balance will change, eventually reaching equilibrium.
—Big Think, 17 Feb. 2026
There’s an equilibrium in Berghain that’s maintained unlike anywhere else.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equilibrium
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Italy starter Michael Lorenzen allowed two hits in 4 2/3 scoreless innings to keep the Americans off balance.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Techa Tungateja/Getty Images Elevated living costs, growing credit card balances and lingering financial strain from the past few years have pushed many borrowers to reconsider their debt strategies right now.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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The back line compresses space, the midfield disrupts passing lanes and Ferree has commanded his box with composure beyond his years.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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The Cavs regained their offensive composure after the break, opening the second half with a 14-6 run that cut Boston’s lead to 12.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Equilibrium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equilibrium. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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