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balance out

idiom
Meaning

To attain balance through the contrasting or reciprocating effect of different elements.


Examples
SIMPLE

The good news helps to balance out the bad news.

CONTEXTUAL

You should eat some vegetables to balance out the heavy meal you had earlier.

COMPLEX

The quiet moments of reflection serve to balance out the frantic pace of her daily professional responsibilities.

Anchors to
Related idioms4entries
  1. 01

    balance the books

    To add up all the debits and credits.

  2. 02

    check and balance

    Provide mutual oversight and limitation by independent organizations in order to prevent abuses of power.

  3. 03

    hang in the balance

    To be in a precarious situation, unsure of the future.

  4. 04

    throw off balance

    To unsettle, to catch by surprise.

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