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a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal or proper amounts
There is an imbalance between his work life and family life.
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Recent Examples of imbalance
Microplastics have been linked to cancer, reproductive issues, gut microbiome imbalances, and other health concerns.
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Julia Ries, Health, 9 Aug. 2025
The imbalance began under former President John Hitt, who served for 26 years.
—Zoey Thomas, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2025
Thirst Dry mouth Mild fatigue Light-headedness or dizziness Muscle cramps
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Lethargy
Urine that is dark yellow or amber-colored
Dehydration results in an imbalance between fluid intake and losses, leading to electrolyte disturbances and multiple bodily dysfunctions.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 7 Aug. 2025
Osteoporosis results from an imbalance between bone formation and bone resorption.
—New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2025
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Julia Ries, Health, 9 Aug. 2025
The imbalance began under former President John Hitt, who served for 26 years.
—Zoey Thomas, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2025
Thirst Dry mouth Mild fatigue Light-headedness or dizziness Muscle cramps
Irritability
Confusion
Lethargy
Urine that is dark yellow or amber-colored
Dehydration results in an imbalance between fluid intake and losses, leading to electrolyte disturbances and multiple bodily dysfunctions.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 7 Aug. 2025
Osteoporosis results from an imbalance between bone formation and bone resorption.
—New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imbalance
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The programming continues with InFocus: Latin & Hispanic Cinema II, a collection of stories that confront injustice, inequality, systemic failures, and colonialism.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
22 Aug. 2025
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In the absence of proper control, artificial intelligence runs the danger of escalating existing inequalities.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Tree Napper is just like the Cotton Napper, with one distinct difference: Instead of cotton fabric, the Tree Napper is made with Tencel lyocell, a silky soft material made of eucalyptus fibers that’s both sleep- and environment-friendly.—
Kristi Kellogg,
Architectural Digest,
14 Aug. 2025
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Here are five strategic moves that can make the difference between enduring leadership and an early exit: Infrastructure CEOs must lead like entrepreneurs, not caretakers.—
Khaled Naja,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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In contrast, not only does the UAE have a simpler tourist visa process, but it it is set to introduce a GCC Unified Visa which will enable travelers to visit Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain without needing additional paperwork.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Mitchell, in contrast, subsumes himself into his subjects, seldom intruding on the surface of his own prose.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
17 Aug. 2025
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“Imbalance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imbalance. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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