as in calm
able to deal with one's own life and with other people in a normal or healthy way
She has many close friends and is remarkably well-balanced for someone who has dealt with her fair share of family problems.
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Recent Examples of well-balanced
With a 29-12-3 record and well-balanced performance across the board, there won’t be many poor report-card grades handed out.
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Jesse Granger, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
The whisky is smooth, creamy, and well-balanced on the palate, offering flavors of vanilla, lemon zest, and gentle peat smoke.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
The flavorful, spicy and well-balanced sandwich is a culinary revelation for me.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
Nature landscapes have vivid and well-balanced colors, and that mode preserves highlights and shadow details very well across time-lapse sequences.
—PCMAG, 17 Dec. 2024
The film’s focus is well-balanced between celebrating the history of the studio and of this legendary artist, who recorded all 39 of the songs featured in this box set at Electric Lady in the final days of his short but momentous life.
—George Varga, The Mercury News, 16 Dec. 2024
This bourbon offers a complex and well-balanced flavor profile, showcasing the distillery’s innovative approach to whiskey-making.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Gentle and well-balanced may not be terms often used to describe the ingredient, but in Paltrow’s (surely very soft) hands, anything is possible.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2024
Experts say the best way to get micronutrients is to eat a nutritious and well-balanced diet that contains plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats, and whole grains.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 8 Aug. 2024
Jesse Granger, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
The whisky is smooth, creamy, and well-balanced on the palate, offering flavors of vanilla, lemon zest, and gentle peat smoke.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
The flavorful, spicy and well-balanced sandwich is a culinary revelation for me.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
Nature landscapes have vivid and well-balanced colors, and that mode preserves highlights and shadow details very well across time-lapse sequences.
—PCMAG, 17 Dec. 2024
The film’s focus is well-balanced between celebrating the history of the studio and of this legendary artist, who recorded all 39 of the songs featured in this box set at Electric Lady in the final days of his short but momentous life.
—George Varga, The Mercury News, 16 Dec. 2024
This bourbon offers a complex and well-balanced flavor profile, showcasing the distillery’s innovative approach to whiskey-making.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Gentle and well-balanced may not be terms often used to describe the ingredient, but in Paltrow’s (surely very soft) hands, anything is possible.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2024
Experts say the best way to get micronutrients is to eat a nutritious and well-balanced diet that contains plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats, and whole grains.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 8 Aug. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-balanced
Adjective
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The gains came amid relatively calm moves for Treasury yields in the U.S. bond market.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Current conditions are more favorable, with calmer winds allowing the fire department’s helicopters to carry out water drops throughout the night, Kelliher said.—
Amanda Musa,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Using a rubber spatula, fold in chocolate chips; stir mixture until smooth, about 1 minute.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2025
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The finish is long, smooth, warming, and lingering sweetness.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Located on the state’s southeastern coast, just 30 minutes north of glitzy West Palm Beach, Jupiter enjoys a slower, more serene pace that’s perfect for lazy days of relaxing with a view of the water.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
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The effect is often serene and soothing, even when busy, stuttering electronic beats occasionally enter the mix.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Being intentional about staying calm and composed projects confidence without saying a word.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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The Brooklyn native became the new IBF super lightweight champion with a composed and masterful boxing performance to defeat Liam Paro (25-1) on Saturday night in Puerto Rico.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
8 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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With a focus on soft, natural tones, sustainable materials and biophilic elements like plants and greenery, this trend transforms hospitality spaces into peaceful sanctuaries.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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But even that initial wave appeared to mount a peaceful takeover, with folks posing for pictures, making snow angels and gleefully soaking in the moment.—
Justin Williams,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Fed funds futures data reflect a nearly 100% certainty that the central bank will keep rates steady at a target range of 4.25% to 4.50%, according to CME Group data.—
Ganesh Rao,Chloe Taylor,Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2025
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Students held steady in math or even made up ground In fourth grade, the average math score ticked up slightly compared with 2022, ending a pandemic slide.—
Jonaki Mehta,
NPR,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Look to shades of green like sage, moss, and juniper for a tranquil connection with nature.—
Cyndy Aldred,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2025
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But instead of a tranquil stroll in the Pennines of West Yorkshire, Ivy had other ideas and began singing Hey Jude by The Beatles—although her version sounded a little different to the warm and soothing vocals of Paul McCartney.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The surgeons, however, were confident about the procedure for the four-time PGA Tour winner.—
Bryce Miller,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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The survey showed 73% of chief executives surveyed were confident in their company growth prospects, compared to 70% in September and to 64% in January last year.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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