balance
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“For Iran, the Strait of Hormuz has become a strategic lever for deterrence, maintaining the regional balance of power, and reshaping the security rules in the Persian Gulf,” said Mostafa Najafi, a Tehran-based security analyst.
From Los Angeles Times β Aug. 8, 2026
Given our situation, does it make sense to pay off the remaining balance on the mortgage?
From MarketWatch β Aug. 8, 2026
He sees high potential for a surge in such hybrid attacks now because Ukraine has "changed the balance" of the war.
From BBC β Aug. 7, 2026
The balance of risks to the inflation forecast remains tilted to the upside, the central bank said.
From The Wall Street Journal β Aug. 6, 2026
In their defense, Mullineaux and Crandell believed in the balance they struck between caution and living.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
Cardholders took to social media over the weekend after discovering their credit scores had plunged 50 to 60 points due to mysterious delinquent balances.
From The Wall Street Journal β Aug. 5, 2026
This may involve putting additional checks and balances in place that would make it impossible for such a plan to be devised and presented in this way again.
From BBC β Aug. 5, 2026
While HSA balances can be invested, 40% of account holders don’t invest those funds and keep the assets in cash — giving up the potential for growth, according to Fidelity Investments.
From MarketWatch β Jul. 31, 2026
One element that balances out the danger is the rapper Hymnal, real name Terry Robinson.
From Los Angeles Times β Jul. 29, 2026
They resemble huge wolves, but what wolf lands and then balances easily on its hind legs?
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
Such a balanced approach will be needed if Jaissle is to succeed in the Premier League, which is a different beast altogether, as he will soon find out.
From BBC β Aug. 5, 2026
Earlier, a diplomatic source told AFP that the roadmap "offers a balanced and pragmatic path forward, with all weapons decommissioned and a phased transition of responsibilities" to the new authorities.
From Barron's β Jul. 31, 2026
On a call with investors, CFO Chris Lapointe said SoFi “couldn’t be more positive” about demand but that the company also needs to be balanced.
From MarketWatch β Jul. 29, 2026
Although the multivitamin findings are encouraging, researchers emphasize that supplements should not be viewed as replacements for a balanced diet or regular physical activity.
From Science Daily β Jul. 29, 2026
Women walking along rice paddies, carrying baskets on long poles balanced on their shoulders.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
You face a difficult balancing act when it comes to helping your brother.
From MarketWatch β Aug. 6, 2026
It might also struggle with balancing its sustainability goals with shareholder pressure to lower costs.
From Los Angeles Times β Aug. 4, 2026
"This points toward new therapeutic targets like sensory circuit neuromodulation or balancing neuronal inhibition and excitation, rather than toward rapamycin itself as a treatment," Harris said.
From Science Daily β Jul. 25, 2026
The relationship with China has been a balancing act for the government.
From BBC β Jul. 24, 2026
If she was conscious of balancing things, she’d spill her drink, or a wave of Ivar’s chowder would splotch over the bowl.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
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"Mending Wall," by Robert Frost
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