strike a balance (btw)

This page is about the collocation strike a balance (btw)

collocation pattern: verb + noun

Meaning

to find a balanced position that's reasonable and fair for all or both sides

For example

  • Striking a balance between protecting the environment and developing the economy isn't easy.

  • The new labour law strikes a balance between the interests of workers and those of employers.

Note:
Other collocations with "strike" include "strike a deal" and "strike a bargain"

Quick Quiz

To strike a balance when making a judgement, you have to

a. be fair to both sides

b. ignore both sides

c. favour one side
a) be fair to both sides b) ignore both sides c) favour one side

Contributor: Matt Errey