off-balance

Example Sentences

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Tonally limber, this crowd-pleaser is made of slow-motion sequins and plenty of scenes of the increasingly off-balance Kikuchi tripping over her metaphorical feet.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

One question is why creditors didn’t demand physical invoices documenting the company’s transactions—or a comprehensive audit of cash flows that might have revealed its off-balance sheet borrowing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

The problem, and risk, is circular deals and off-balance sheet arrangements are opaque and make it almost impossible for the average investor to compare revenue with spending.

From Barron's • Nov. 4, 2025

Philip Pearson, an 18-year member of the club, was happy for the event but still felt off-balance.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 1, 2025

Everything suddenly tipped off-balance; the icy floor and walls and windows spun around her; she fell to her knees.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo