equipoise
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kwəˌpɔɪz, ˈɛk verb (used with object)
3.
to equal or offset in weight; balance.
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| —n | |
| 1. | even balance of weight or other forces; equilibrium |
| 2. | a counterbalance; counterpoise |
| —vb | |
| 3. | (tr) to offset or balance in weight or force; balance |
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Word Origin & History
equipoise
mid-17c., from merger of the phrase equal poise.
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Example sentences
And if he has not the balance of the critic, he has some other equipoise of his own.
If the evidence of incompetence is in equipoise, the presumption of competency prevails.
The evidence of record is in relative equipoise on the question of whether the veteran suffered additional.
Where the evidence that the veteran was exposed to a herbicide is in equipoise, reasonable doubt as to exposure.
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