balance

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A March report from the World Meteorological Organization found that “Earth’s climate is more out of balance than at any time in observed history.”

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Stella’s arrival on the scene upsets the delicate balance of this little community, causing missed cues, injuries, canceled performances and worse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Fed chair Jerome Powell has described the economy as being in a delicate balance, with muted job creation but also relatively limited job cuts.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“They’ve improved their balance sheets a lot,” he says.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

I had to strike a balance between giving him the affection he so clearly craved and getting us both in trouble.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo