Balancing

Pronunciation: /ˈbælənsɪŋ/

Definitions of balancing

verb Balancing is the present participle form of the verb balance, which means to keep something steady or in a particular position by making small changes.

Example Sentences

A1 She is balancing a book on her head.

A2 The acrobat is balancing on a tightrope.

B1 He is balancing his work and personal life effectively.

B2 The chef is balancing the flavors in the dish perfectly.

C1 The government is balancing the budget to reduce the deficit.

C2 The artist is balancing innovation with tradition in his latest work.

Examples of balancing in a Sentence

formal Balancing work and personal life is essential for overall well-being.

informal I'm always struggling with balancing my job and social life.

slang I'm trying to juggle work and play without dropping the ball.

figurative Finding the perfect balance in life is like walking a tightrope.

Grammatical Forms of balancing

• past tense: balanced
• plural: balancings
• comparative: more balanced
• superlative: most balanced
• present tense: balance
• future tense: will balance
• perfect tense: have balanced
• continuous tense: balancing
• singular: balancing
• positive degree: balanced
• infinitive: to balance
• gerund: balancing
• participle: balancing

Origin and Evolution of balancing

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'balancing' originated from the Old French word 'balancer' which means to swing or sway.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'balancing' has evolved to not only refer to physical equilibrium but also to describe the act of maintaining stability or harmony in various aspects of life.