throw off balance

balance out

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

balance the books

To add up all the debits and credits.

check and balance

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

hang in the balance

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

lock someone up and throw away the key

To lock someone up in prison indefinitely.

stone's throw

A short distance, roughly equivalent to how far a person can throw a stone.

throw a bone to

To provide support or assistance to, especially in one particular way or to a limited extent; to make a concession to.

throw a fit

To become angry, enraged, or upset; to act or react with an outburst, as by shouting, swearing, etc.