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as in stable
having full use of one's mind and control over one's actions
no balanced person would believe that their dog's bark was actually the voice of God
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as in symmetric
having the parts agreeably related
a balanced arrangement of the furniture made the room look more spacious
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as in equated
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 faltered
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 paid
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 balanced
Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2025
The latest version, the Pegasus 41, won a SELF Sneaker Award last year for its do-it-all design—pretty much anyone can step into this sneaker, hit the road, and enjoy its balanced (read: not too stiff; not too firm) ride.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 9 June 2025
The Double Double 32 YO provides a lighter, more balanced smoky profile, while the Double Double 38 YO provides a rich, unpeated experience full of maturity and complexity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Looking for a premium pair of headphones that deliver rich, balanced sound and solid noise cancellation?
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 3 June 2025
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Adjective
Blue Key Honor Society recognizes college students for balanced and all-around excellence in scholarship, leadership and service.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2025
The latest version, the Pegasus 41, won a SELF Sneaker Award last year for its do-it-all design—pretty much anyone can step into this sneaker, hit the road, and enjoy its balanced (read: not too stiff; not too firm) ride.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 9 June 2025
The Double Double 32 YO provides a lighter, more balanced smoky profile, while the Double Double 38 YO provides a rich, unpeated experience full of maturity and complexity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Looking for a premium pair of headphones that deliver rich, balanced sound and solid noise cancellation?
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 3 June 2025
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Now, investors looking for stable returns may want to consider diversified investment alternatives such as the Trefis High Quality portfolio, which has showcased impressive performance, yielding over 91% returns since its inception.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Medics took both victims to New York-Presbyterian Columbia Hospital in stable condition.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Critics argue that attributing human-like emotions to AI is a form of anthropomorphism, where the complex processes of AI optimization are mistakenly equated with human feelings.—
Luis E. Romero,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Childhood is equated with whimsy, imagination, and originality.—
Katy Waldman,
The New Yorker,
6 Mar. 2025
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Without him in the lineup, the Knicks offense has faltered a little bit.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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However, New York has faltered a little without their star on the floor.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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And a lot of money was paid for him too.—
Talk of the Devils,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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There is a $250 fee paid to the instructor.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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His answer was lucid as a fog bank and inspiring as a stalk of celery.—
Mark Barabak,
Mercury News,
21 May 2025
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Electrophysiological correlates of lucid dreaming: sensor and source level signatures Taylor & Francis.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
21 Apr. 2025
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Find the Symmetry For a living room that skews more traditional in its floor plan, opt for a symmetrical arrangement, like this one in Houston creative Natalie Steen’s formal living room.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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But his fans know that within all the jewel box recreations, symmetrical framing, and pastel details, are films full of pathos.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
30 May 2025
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The 2024 bill adjusted that schedule so that the list began with an 85% valuation for vehicles that are up to a year old, lessening the impact on municipal budgets, which draw revenue from car taxes.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
10 Apr. 2025
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This umbrella can be easily adjusted to five heights and has 360-degree rotation.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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For those who have hesitated due to financial concerns, now may be the right time to take the leap.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Leaders who once hesitated are now making technology adoption a top priority, knowing that companies failing to adapt will struggle to stay competitive.—
Oleg Fonarov,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balanced. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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