Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

a balancing act

idiom

/ə ˈbæl.ən.sɪŋ ækt/

Definition

A situation or performance in which one has to manage competing demands or factors effectively.

Examples

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance can feel like a balancing act for many professionals.
During the festival, the organizers faced a balancing act between fun and safety.
As a parent, managing time between work and family can become a daily balancing act.

Meaning

The phrase refers to the need to keep different elements in harmony or to achieve an equilibrium, especially when handling responsibilities that are often at odds with each other.