balance out
When good things and bad things are equal, so nothing is too much or too little.
Meanings
When opposing factors compensate for each other, resulting in an overall equilibrium.
"The extra costs were balanced out by the money we saved on transport."
To add or adjust something so that two sides or elements become equal.
"Add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes."
To become stable or equal over a period of time, especially after fluctuations.
"Don't worry about one bad week — your grades will balance out over the semester."
Used across many contexts — personal finance, emotions, physical forces, food flavour, and more. Often used reassuringly to suggest that differences will eventually become equal.
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