counterbalance

Example Sentences

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The difference is that “Hubie” leans into Sandler’s latent sweetness, counterbalancing the raunchy lowbrow humor with a heartfelt — perhaps even sentimental — touch.

From New York Times

As President Dwight D. Eisenhower noted in his famous farewell address in 1961, the only counterbalance to the power of the military-industrial complex is an "alert and knowledgeable citizenry."

From Salon

As a counterbalance to the darkness, Knight offers the possibility of redemption to Miss Havisham, whom Colman plays with imperious verve.

From New York Times

The United States needs India to counterbalance China and, after initial attempts to pressure New Delhi to fall into line with its policies, now appears to have accepted India’s position, Sibal said.

From Washington Post

Duque’s conservative government has also been especially useful to Washington as a counterbalance to Venezuela.

From Los Angeles Times