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Ballast
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lest, ballast
any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship
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ballast, appareil de ballast
an electrical device for starting and regulating fluorescent and discharge lamps
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ballast, résistance
a resistor inserted into a circuit to compensate for changes (as those arising from temperature fluctuations)
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ballast
anything that provides stability or balance, either literally or metaphorically, ensuring equilibrium or support
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ballast
coarse gravel laid to form a bed for streets and railroads
to ballast
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Stabiliser, Équilibrer
make steady with a ballast
ballast
n
Exemple
The strong community bonds acted as social ballast, anchoring the neighborhood through times of crisis.
The principles of integrity and honesty served as moral ballast, guiding his decisions and actions with steadfastness.
The financial reserves acted as a ballast for the company, ensuring stability during economic downturns.
During difficult times, her friends served as emotional ballast, providing support and encouragement.
His daily routine of exercise and meditation served as personal ballast, helping him maintain balance and mental well-being.
