as in inequality
a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal or proper amounts
There is an imbalance between his work life and family life.
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Recent Examples of imbalance
While it’s long accepted that any agreement would be asymmetrical in favor of the US, the EU will assess the overall imbalance of any deal before deciding whether to pull the trigger on any re-balancing measures, Bloomberg previously reported.
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Sydney Lake, Fortune, 21 July 2025
Despite this imbalance, both the individual and collective themes of the musical reflect the affirming values of the source material: believing in yourself and caring for your community.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 21 July 2025
However, the Nigerian government denied that there is an imbalance and said its relationship with the U.S. has been reciprocal and still is.
—Eden Harris, NBC news, 16 July 2025
Even as prices surged, production remained sluggish, leading to persistent market imbalances.
—Frank Holmes, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
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Sydney Lake, Fortune, 21 July 2025
Despite this imbalance, both the individual and collective themes of the musical reflect the affirming values of the source material: believing in yourself and caring for your community.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 21 July 2025
However, the Nigerian government denied that there is an imbalance and said its relationship with the U.S. has been reciprocal and still is.
—Eden Harris, NBC news, 16 July 2025
Even as prices surged, production remained sluggish, leading to persistent market imbalances.
—Frank Holmes, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imbalance
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The programs also address criticism that professional opportunities often perpetuate inequality by requiring existing connections or financial resources.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Riffle’s point is that the accumulation of such wealth reflects policies that exacerbate economic inequality such as tax breaks steered toward the richest of the rich, leading to the impoverishment of public services and programs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
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Here's the difference: your CPA is likely focused on what's happening this year, minimizing your tax bill, filing returns and staying compliant.—
Steve Hruby,
The Enquirer,
22 July 2025
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However, the office said one key difference between the two is that the Utah chandelier contains significantly more copper, reflecting the state's copper abundance.—
Keelin Fisher,
Arkansas Online,
21 July 2025
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In contrast, the Cincinnati area is aging more quickly and struggling to draw in younger workers — a trend that, according to the chamber's report, could hinder the region’s ability to compete with other metros in business growth, infrastructure development, and innovation.—
Randy Tucker,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
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These detainments were a notable contrast to how federal agents had conducted arrests in prior months.—
Noe Padilla,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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“Imbalance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imbalance. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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