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balance

[bal-uhns] / ˈbæl əns /








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On the face of it, the current balance of power favour the pupils.

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

"The stronger businesses may be those that can deliver growth above expectations, convert that growth into cash, fund future investment from a strong balance sheet and still offer enough earnings upside to justify their valuation."

From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026

Deters said he didn’t owe Guilfoyle any balance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

The recent rise in the S&P 500 has been driven by a rotation into higher-quality companies with stronger balance sheets.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026

If I could break off some of the smaller branches and balance them across a fork in the lower boughs, I might be able to create a sleeping platform.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

It showed a snapshot of his checking and savings account balances and other details, courtesy of his agent.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026

Quigley, bearded and burly but soft-edged with a deliberative way of speaking that can serve a range of emotions, is brilliant, and Patel balances him admirably.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

“Conceived on a grand architectural scale, this landmark residence balances timeless grandeur with thoughtful functionality, creating a true trophy property for the most discerning collector of fine real estate,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026

Zoe Conning balances being a coach at community club Manchester Laces with her day job as disability access officer at Wolverhampton Wanderers.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

Father Zeus hung his golden balances and set in one the lot of Hector’s death and in the other that of Achilles.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

Management guided higher average selling prices trend for October and November as Chinese glove makers show greater discipline and demand and supply become more balanced, she notes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

"In France, we'll try to find balanced solutions all over the world," Forissier added.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

He also touted his efforts in helping keep a budget balanced as Cerritos’ mayor and a city council member.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

The desire to study before playing the biggest match of his club career, Chelsea's Champions League final triumph five years ago, indicates how he balanced his two interests.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

The chocolate was bittersweet but balanced, and the texture smooth.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence

You may think you know the answer, but balancing his film on an ethical fence is where Mr. Affleck goes right.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026

Rogan also said he would do a better job of balancing different perspectives.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

Within a healthy joint, cells known as chondrocytes help maintain cartilage by continuously balancing the creation of new tissue with the removal of old material.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026

“Most donors don’t want to give you money just to cover your basic operating expenses. That’s the balancing act.”

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026

One simply pushed one’s feet along the ground while balancing upon the seat.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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