balance

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HANG IN THE BALANCE,

OFF BALANCE.

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Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms

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hang in the balance

[hang in the balance] {v. phr.} To have two equally possible results; to be in doubt; be uncertain. * /Until Jim scored the winning touchdown, the outcome of the game […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

off balance

[off balance] {adj. phr.} 1. Not in balance; not able to stand up straight and not fall; not able to keep from turning over or falling; unsteady. * /Never stand […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

keep one's balance

[keep one's balance] {v. phr.} To stay even-tempered; not become overexcited. * /Mike has the best personality to run our office; he always keeps his balance./ Contrast: [LOSE ONE'S BALANCE]. A Dictionary of American Idioms

catch off balance

[catch off balance] {v. phr.} To confront someone with physical force or with a statement or question he or she is not prepared to answer or deal with; to exploit […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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