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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
The center of balance rides lower than ever before, with weight distribution in such equilibrium that Ward even corner-balanced the truck.
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Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2025
Our task today is to preserve whatever equilibrium is left and restore what has been destroyed.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
To achieve a happy equilibrium, collaboration is required — as Newcastle fans will be painstakingly reminded over the coming months.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
At the heart of this fresh equilibrium lies a simple, vital truth: Austin is still growing.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2025
Our task today is to preserve whatever equilibrium is left and restore what has been destroyed.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
To achieve a happy equilibrium, collaboration is required — as Newcastle fans will be painstakingly reminded over the coming months.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
At the heart of this fresh equilibrium lies a simple, vital truth: Austin is still growing.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equilibrium
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Understanding and respecting your partner’s preferred method of recharging is essential for emotional balance within the relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Midrange and pro options like the Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Nikon Z 8 have larger bodies and grips for better balance with larger lenses.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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While Ramaphosa kept his composure and the meeting did not go off the rails like the infamous February meeting in the Oval Office between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the South African president was clearly put on his heels by Trump’s tactics.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
21 May 2025
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High-level technique and composure rolled into one.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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“Equilibrium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equilibrium. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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