balance
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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
The discovery suggests that small populations of crown-of-thorns starfish may play an important role in maintaining the balance of coral reef ecosystems.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
Meta, Amazon, Alphabet and Microsoft carry top credit ratings and have significant room to pile debt on their balance sheets.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2026
The series appeared in the balance before its 15th and final day.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
She stumbled and wobbled and swung her arms to keep her balance.
From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown
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User balances are only truly safe if the exchange replaces missing assets quickly, reopens withdrawals in an orderly fashion and proves its reserves again, Pyapali says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Target, which redesigned its gift-card program in 2024 to prevent tampering, reminds shoppers on its security webpage to look out for gift-card packaging that looks altered and to only check balances on a specific website.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 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
After all, not everyone balances their household budget perfectly month to month, or manages to stay on top of the rising cost of living.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 25, 2026
She balances Jasmin on her hip, nervously adjusting her daughter’s party hat.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
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The U.S. dollar was more or less flat against rivals as the dovish position of the Federal Reserve was balanced by a wave of risk aversion.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
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
Hsieh said binding arbitration would represent an important and balanced change.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 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
The rope is double-wrapped around my waist, my body balanced and braced.
From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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The research suggests that crown-of-thorns starfish may be an example of this natural balancing process.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
The comedian’s White House dinners reveal the balancing act of one of TV’s top contrarians.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2026
Famous for his role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek, Sir Patrick was a versatile actor who won multiple awards, balancing Hollywood roles and a career in classical theatre.
From BBC ● 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
When Frank returns, he’s balancing a swing on his head.
From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers
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