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imbalance

[im-bal-uhns] / ɪmˈbæl əns /


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An imbalance can cause power plants to fail, resulting in blackouts and difficult repairs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

China denies that its policies are to blame for the trade imbalance, saying its companies are strong competitors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

This, experts say, has caused an imbalance between supply and demand which means everyone has to pay more.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Pricing growth should moderate in the current quarter, but the major imbalance between supply and demand should persist for more than 18 months.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

Her exit leaves a hole, an imbalance to our already teetering triangle.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson




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