Balance
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Metaphorical Use
Used metaphorically to describe a state of emotional or mental stability. After a rough week, she found her balance through meditation.
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Physical Stability
Relates to physical stability; often used in sports or physical activities. Gymnasts must have great balance to perform on the beam.
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Common Expressions
'Off balance' means unprepared or surprised, not just physically unsteady. The sudden question caught her off balance.