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as in balance
a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another
we must find an equilibrium between commercial development and conservation of our natural treasures
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
that stunning insult left me speechless, and several minutes passed before I recovered my equilibrium
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Recent Examples of equilibrium
The shock to Hal and Kate’s equilibrium, already unsteady to begin with, is even more rewarding.
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Alison Herman, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
In systems based on thermal equilibrium, these laws set strict limits on conversion efficiency, such as the Carnot and Curzon-Ahlborn efficiencies, which define the maximum possible performance of heat-to-electricity conversion.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
Of course, this requires an incredible sense of equilibrium in the vineyard, including pinpointing when the grapes have reached full ripeness while still retaining a very high level of acidity, leaving a very small window for picking.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2025
An April House subcommittee hearing on AI trends in innovation and competition revealed much about that equilibrium.
—Nathan E. Sanders, Time, 4 Oct. 2025
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Alison Herman, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
In systems based on thermal equilibrium, these laws set strict limits on conversion efficiency, such as the Carnot and Curzon-Ahlborn efficiencies, which define the maximum possible performance of heat-to-electricity conversion.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
Of course, this requires an incredible sense of equilibrium in the vineyard, including pinpointing when the grapes have reached full ripeness while still retaining a very high level of acidity, leaving a very small window for picking.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2025
An April House subcommittee hearing on AI trends in innovation and competition revealed much about that equilibrium.
—Nathan E. Sanders, Time, 4 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equilibrium
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Subtle hints of vanilla bean and cocoa add sweetness and balance to the scent profile, and its black jar goes with just about anything.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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The remaining balance would be paid directly to Black folk once a year.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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The return of key players from injury could give Barça a boost, especially in midfield, where Pedri and Gavi’s composure will be crucial.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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Kudos to Tara for keeping her composure as Whelan offers this condescending remark about Libya.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Equilibrium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equilibrium. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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