How to Use balance out in a Sentence

balance out

phrasal verb
Definition of balance outnext
  • Salty pork and a touch of brown sugar balance out the heat.
    — Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2024
  • In Campari, fruity elements like cherry, rhubarb, and orange join the essence of warm baking spices to balance out the bite.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2024
  • The position of the new feathers in one specimen is symmetrical across both wings, mirroring the pattern of sequential molting with which many modern songbirds balance out their molt.
    — science.org, 3 July 2024
  • The tartness of the creamy filling helped to balance out the rich sweetness of the dough.
    — Esther Carlstone, Parents, 12 Sep. 2023
  • Cream cheese adds a touch of tang to balance out the sweetness.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
  • The long sleeves and high neck balanced out the sheer fabric adorned in purple, blue and red tones.
    — Liza Esquibias, Peoplemag, 5 July 2023
  • Sugar: To balance out the tartness of the lemon flavor.
    — Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2023
  • The scrub balanced out any uneven skin tones and dark spots with niacinamide and licorice.
    — Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 16 Feb. 2024
  • To balance out the beach-side decor, DeLeon likes to bring the element of fire into a space as well.
    — Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Bites of chewy mochi balanced out all that silky-sweet custard.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Bonds Bonds are the classic tool for balancing out risks in the stock market.
    — Anna-Louise Jackson, wsj.com, 28 Dec. 2023
  • Top it all off with your favorite sunscreen and use the mask and peel pads a few times a week or month to balance out your skin.
    — Sarah Han, Allure, 26 Feb. 2024
  • Style it with a solid bottom to balance out the striped pattern.
    — Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 15 July 2024
  • The freshness and lightness of the pea filling balance out the heavier pasta and sauce.
    — Allison Dikanovic, Kansas City Star, 19 Jan. 2024
  • All the flavors are balanced out with brine and acid from capers, lemon juice, and pickles.
    — Adam Evans, Southern Living, 13 July 2023
  • To balance out the rich flavor of the chicken, the taco is topped with pickled onions, cilantro and a bright ginger and scallion sauce.
    — Kat Thompson, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2023
  • This type of bacon will have a sweeter side to it, which can balance out smoky and salty flavors.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Trust us on this, though: staying awake for 24 hours before your trip to balance out jet lag just doesn't work.
    — Chris Heasman, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
  • Dairy products like milk, cream, yogurt, or sour cream can help balance out the saltiness of a soup or stew.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 24 May 2023
  • The tang of the apple cider combined with the Worcestershire balances out the sweetness from ketchup and brown sugar.
    — Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
  • Try a flared leg in high- or low-rise styles to balance out body proportions, or simply to try out a new style.
    — Emily Cieslak, Peoplemag, 18 Sep. 2023
  • The coconut milk brings a creamy, luscious dimension to the blue drink and adds a subtle sweetness to balance out the more sour berry notes.
    — Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
  • As first-time parents, the couple balance out each other's strengths.
    — Jacklyn Krol, Peoplemag, 15 Jan. 2024
  • Moments like this help balance out the dull primary world and could be sorely used more.
    — George Yang, Rolling Stone, 2 May 2023
  • The side blades are an interesting touch that balance out some of the more retro elements.
    — Alex Goy, Ars Technica, 6 Dec. 2023
  • With her hair slicked back into a bun, Kravitz walked the event's black carpet in a see-through black gown with a high neckline balanced out by an open back.
    — Glamour, 9 Mar. 2024
  • Dijon mustard adds a note of vinegar, balancing out the sweetness of the tomatoes and the richness of the buttery crust.
    — Marian Cooper Cairns, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2023
  • The lace and puff sleeves on this top balance out its slightly cropped, asymmetrical hem.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, Peoplemag, 7 July 2024
  • Add flour, pinch of sugar, if using — this helps balance out the tang of cottage cheese — and baking powder.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 14 July 2023
  • Hov’s luxe timepiece, however, was the best part of the ensemble, balancing out the fit’s high-low vibe.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 29 Feb. 2024

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