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
Potential longevity benefits Studies suggest that calorie restriction (without malnutrition) may promote longevity by reducing oxidative stress (an imbalance of harmful free radicals and helpful antioxidants) and inflammation.4
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025
With such a relatively tiny market, even a small shift of capital toward gold could create a significant supply/demand imbalance [7].
—Bob Haber, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Trade imbalances are one of Trump’s biggest gripes with international trading partners.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
What are your thoughts on the gender imbalance in this industry?
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 12 Mar. 2025
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025
With such a relatively tiny market, even a small shift of capital toward gold could create a significant supply/demand imbalance [7].
—Bob Haber, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Trade imbalances are one of Trump’s biggest gripes with international trading partners.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
What are your thoughts on the gender imbalance in this industry?
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imbalance
Noun
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But in a country beset by wide economic inequalities, many Panamanians are questioning what citizens have gained from managing the iconic trade route themselves.—
Whitney Eulich,
Christian Science Monitor,
8 Apr. 2025
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Economic anthropologist Jason Hickel has emerged as a prominent voice to link inequality and broader notions of sustainability.—
Saleem H. Ali,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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These differences can affect behavior, interactions, and learning.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
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By contrast, 83% of Democrats see international alliances as a valuable strength.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Hernández, by contrast, posted a plus-4 DRS in 449 2/3 innings in center earlier this season.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Imbalance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imbalance. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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