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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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That places it behind only Utah, New Hampshire and Wyoming in terms of income inequality.—
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Social And Financial Inequality The IMF paper also speaks to privatization increasing lasting income inequality.—
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What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?—
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Years of co-parenting drama were finally addressed between the two men who serve as father-figures in the 16-year-old's life 1 Comments Taylor McKinney and Ryan Edwards have worked past their differences.—
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By contrast, his company has only raised $60 million, including a fresh $30 million funding round announced Wednesday led by Molten Ventures and Tapestry VC that values the company at over $150 million.—
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By contrast, north London clubs Arsenal and Tottenham have struggled to tame a cold wind on their turf, losing over half a point in these conditions.—
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“Imbalance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imbalance. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.
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