on an even keel

Example Sentences

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He points out that energy stocks have “virtually retraced their wartime gains,” and adds that “even the bond market is back on an even keel after yesterday’s rally.”

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

I sacrificed everything I have to be able to get back on an even keel for them.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2024

"I'm a single parent, trying to do a full-time job and keep her on an even keel, and it's really, really hard not to be able to help," she says.

From BBC • Oct. 10, 2023

“He kept things on an even keel and maybe that dynamic between Jeremiah and Isaac made that band sort of work.”

From Seattle Times • Mar. 1, 2023

And the only thing left to do is balance it; keep things on an even keel.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison