balance
noun
a state of equilibrium or equipoise; equal distribution of weight, amount, etc.
balancing
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present participleof balance.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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"We know how important St Aubin's Bay is to many islanders and are committed to balancing the safe operation of the harbour with protecting the character and environment of the bay."
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
Both Gerstner and Delangue were more circumspect on Saturday after Amodei's proposal was posted, with Gerstner calling the idea "an important step forward" in balancing competing considerations like speed and safety.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
High school is a balancing act between academics, school activities and other responsibilities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2026
On the way back up, balancing a sack across my back, I arrived at 225.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
By the second, we were working at balancing chemical equations.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
