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balance

[bal-uhns] / ˈbæl əns /








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The same is very likely true for your magically inflated crypto balance.

From MarketWatch Sep. 14, 2026

Researchers used computational analysis to study changes in aldosterone, a hormone that helps control salt and water balance in the body.

From Science Daily Sep. 14, 2026

For the past seven years, Earl has invested the approximately $10,000 difference in stocks, a balance that now exceeds $100,000.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 13, 2026

"The Himalayas are approaching a tipping point, with millions of lives and livelihoods hanging in the balance," said Arushi Chopra, Systemiq's senior director and lead author.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

This whole thing was making me feel off balance, but I felt the familiar Chaos Cuffs on my hip and calmed down.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

Like many another Telluride offering, the movie balances showmanship with sensitivity.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 10, 2026

The Norwegian, who balances life as a professional runner with her job as a GP, also believes female ultra-runners are so strong because camaraderie in the community is unrivalled.

From BBC Sep. 9, 2026

You could think you’re in great shape, but then you look over your account balances and realize you’re withdrawing from your investments at a much faster pace than you thought.

From MarketWatch Sep. 3, 2026

A few climbed onto the pile to practice gymnastics-style balances while others headed into the water.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 3, 2026

The machine is designed to use the weight of water to lift half a tank of water while the other half balances it by going downwards.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

It was a balanced team performance with a disciplined defence, a trademark of Harbaugh's team throughout his time in Baltimore.

From BBC Sep. 14, 2026

In his post, Amodei urged “building AI at a balanced rate that aims to ensure its safety while still achieving its benefits and grappling with important geopolitical dilemmas.”

From MarketWatch Sep. 12, 2026

“The goal is to have a balanced pipeline according to the stages in the clinical development, but also in terms of the therapeutic areas.”

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

"As an MEP, it's perfectly normal to speak to all stakeholders, whether businesses, trade unions or NGOs. What matters is transparency and ensuring those consultations remain balanced before decisions are taken," he said.

From Barron's Sep. 11, 2026

He gave me a shy, hopeful little smile as he balanced his bowl on his lap, and it took me unawares because I was beginning to feel as though I’d left smiles behind for good.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

"We know how important St Aubin's Bay is to many islanders and are committed to balancing the safe operation of the harbour with protecting the character and environment of the bay."

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

“There’s obviously a balancing act,” said Sastry Durvasula, chief operating officer at financial services firm TIAA.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 10, 2026

High school is a balancing act between academics, school activities and other responsibilities.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 5, 2026

On the way back up, balancing a sack across my back, I arrived at 225.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 3, 2026

But walking through the Kingdom of Death, she felt a drowsy sort of peacefulness, like balancing on the border of sleeping and waking.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi




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