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balance

[bal-uhns] / ˈbæl əns /








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The conflict has disrupted global oil flows through key shipping routes for months, limiting the broader group called OPEC+’s ability to add barrels to the market and influence the supply balance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026

An unspecified number of civilians were also injured during the operation, which was carried out "with rigour, balance and respect for citizens' rights", the police statement said.

From Barron's ● Nov. 1, 2026

When networks contain enormous numbers of connections, the ability to balance accuracy and speed becomes especially valuable.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 30, 2026

Michael Carrick's position at United is hanging in the balance after a dismal start to the campaign and Carragher said "Aston Villa will never be Manchester United".

From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026

But as soon as she got one leg free, the other was sucked into the sticky sludge, her balance already a struggle with that missing front paw.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman

Credit-card holders with outstanding balances had an average APR of 22.15% in the second quarter, according to Federal Reserve data, up significantly from 2022’s average APR of 17.91%.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 29, 2026

Thieves are using spoofed gift-card websites to steal logins and PINs, draining consumers’ balances and leading to uncomfortable conversations at checkout counters, the WSJ Leadership Institute’s Jennifer Williams reports.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

In mid-October, Charles Schwab said its pledged asset line product available to people with at least $100,000 in nonretirement assets drove a 35% surge in bank-loan balances, to $72.3 billion in the third quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

As much as the spa functions as a social club, Voda balances that with a space for deep relaxation.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026

This enabled the ecosystem to develop checks and balances that prevent lions and sharks from wreaking too much havoc.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari

Sir Patrick Stewart, who has died at the age of 86, was a stage and screen great who balanced Hollywood stardom with an equally stellar career in classical theatre.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Now with a handful of key injuries, even great play-calling and a balanced run/pass attack won’t win games.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026

Rather than relying on a single supplement, they recommend maintaining healthy habits throughout life, including regular physical activity, sufficient high-quality sleep, and a nutritious, balanced diet.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026

Solo and ensemble moments are skillfully balanced to create character and atmosphere while advancing the story.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026

He misses that Amy’s footwork is quick, perfectly balanced.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

The research suggests that crown-of-thorns starfish may be an example of this natural balancing process.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026

August’s activity reflected a modest 0.1% expansion in activity by goods-producing industries, balancing a 0.1% dip by services producers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

The clothing and footwear maker’s CEO said he is balancing longer-term optimism for a full recovery in its Vans shoe operation against near-term caution.

From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026

King Charles has arrived in Guyana for the second leg of his Caribbean tour, following a visit to the Bahamas which Buckingham Palace described as a "sensitive balancing act" and "diplomatic success".

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Aldo Amato picked up his broom and very carefully stood it up with the very tip balancing on one outstretched fingertip.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney


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