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
Still against the backdrop of high medical costs and an imbalance of access to care, is there reason to be optimistic about the future of DIY medical tests?
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Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 15 Nov. 2024
Producers with an imbalance of deficits must buy credits from alternative fuel makers.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
In some ways this new plan is meant to correct longstanding power imbalances, said Siva Thambisetty, an associate professor of intellectual property law at the London School of Economics.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 2 Nov. 2024
Otherwise, the imbalance of 70% male to 30% female in companies will persist, especially in leadership roles.
—Corinne Post, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 15 Nov. 2024
Producers with an imbalance of deficits must buy credits from alternative fuel makers.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
In some ways this new plan is meant to correct longstanding power imbalances, said Siva Thambisetty, an associate professor of intellectual property law at the London School of Economics.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 2 Nov. 2024
Otherwise, the imbalance of 70% male to 30% female in companies will persist, especially in leadership roles.
—Corinne Post, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imbalance
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However, while inequalities persist, especially at the top, shining a light on those who could use some attention is essential.Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Still, nongovernment organizations and opposition politicians believe the measures do not go far enough and are demanding that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni take further steps to combat gender inequality and reduce crime against women in the country.Karen Gilchrist, NBC News, 4 Dec. 2024
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Changing Hands Still, there is a big difference between getting a new set of house keys and the password to an Instagram account.Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
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In theory, the Dodgers’ brand connections in Japan developed over the past few months could help Sasaki cash in off-field to make up whatever difference there would be.Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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In contrast, the Trefis High Quality Portfolio, with a collection of 30 stocks, is much less volatile.Trefis Team, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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In contrast, when President Joe Biden took office in 2021, public confidence in his leadership was considerably higher, especially regarding his ability to appoint qualified Cabinet members and manage the White House.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Imbalance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imbalance. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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