balancing act

British  

/ ˈbælənsɪŋ /

noun

1. a circus act in which a performer displays his or her balancing ability

2. a situation requiring careful balancing of opposing groups, views, or activities

   a delicate balancing act between Greek and Turkish interests

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Example Sentences

Until now, closely tracking this balancing act as it happens has been extremely difficult.

From Science Daily

If she manages this balancing act, avoiding further U.S. strikes while preventing fractures within the Chavista ranks—both in the military and in social networks—Venezuela can stabilize in the short term.

From Slate

Carrying cranes across an ocean is a balancing act.

From The Wall Street Journal

Regulators in Texas face a tough balancing act.

From The Wall Street Journal

Raising output can be a balancing act for the firm, between maintaining their traditions and increasing output.

From BBC