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Balancing act
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平衡行为, 平衡艺术
a situation where multiple factors, responsibilities, etc. must be handled or managed
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "balancing act" and when to use it?
The idiom "balancing act" originated from the literal act of maintaining balance while performing acrobatic or gymnastic stunts. Figuratively, it refers to the skillful management of multiple tasks, responsibilities, or conflicting interests simultaneously. The idiom is used to describe a situation that requires careful juggling and coordination to maintain equilibrium or harmony between different aspects or demands.
Example
He performed a political balancing act, making gestures towards the left as well as the right.
他进行了政治平衡艺术的表演，向左派和右派都做出了姿态。
I found myself having to do a balancing act between work and family.
我发现自己不得不在工作和家庭之间进行平衡艺术。
