strike a balance

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To find a compromise between two conflicting things; to choose a moderate option between two extremes.
  2. To bring out the relative state of a debtor and creditor account.

Word forms

strike a balance strikes a balance striking a balance struck a balance stricken a balance

Synonyms

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