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on balance

Idioms

Taking everything into consideration, as in On balance I think we've had a very good year. This expression, which in effect means “balancing all the factors involved,” was first recorded in 1719.

Example Sentences

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The good versions — the deeply custardy ones with crisp edges and pockets of surprise throughout — rely on balance, responsiveness and a little bit of nerve.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

According to the report, consumer spending increased slightly on balance across the country, led by high-income Americans.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

The millennial feminist movement also, on balance, did far more good than harm.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

“Warsh has been amongst the most market-friendly candidates, as he is a former Fed governor with a history of hawkish views, especially on balance sheet reduction,” he added.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

Does helping one person really matter, on balance?

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black

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