balance (something) against (something else)



balance (something) against (something else)

To compare two things, typically one that is positive and one that is negative, often in order to make a decision. You need to balance the long commute against how much you like the job.
See also: balance

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Garland['ga:lənd]
KathrinKAHT-reenGerman
AdAHTDutch, Limburgish
Melek (2)-Turkish
Briannabree-AN-ə, bree-AHN-əEnglish
Yanka-Bulgarian