balancing act
Britishnoun
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a circus act in which a performer displays his or her balancing ability
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a situation requiring careful balancing of opposing groups, views, or activities
a delicate balancing act between Greek and Turkish interests
Example Sentences
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High school is a balancing act between academics, school activities and other responsibilities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2026
Still, Bally’s financial balancing act leaves it especially vulnerable if the economy falters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
The situation puts Kuwait in a delicate balancing act.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
It shows the balancing act referees and VARs face.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
I don’t care if it messes up my hair, because I need to look a mix of crazy, disheveled, and apathetic to maintain the balancing act of getting good tips and not getting robbed.
From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King
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