in the balance

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But given that free speech itself may hang in the balance, it’s at least worth a try.

From Salon

Still, the program’s future is hanging in the balance with a split Congress that’s just weeks away from allowing the U.S. to default on its debts.

From Seattle Times

The shout-out — and Mr. Lawler’s decision to attend the event in the first place — underscored the unusual dance playing out just weeks before the nation is at risk of defaulting on its obligations for the first time, with the economy hanging in the balance.

From New York Times

With the American and perhaps the global economy hanging in the balance, the meeting was the first such session between the Democratic president and Republican speaker since February.

From New York Times

With the American and perhaps the global economy hanging in the balance, the meeting will be the first sit-down session between the Democratic president and Republican speaker since February.

From New York Times