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balance of power

 

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Noun balance of power has 1 sense
  1. balance of power - an equilibrium of power between nations
    --1 is a kind of
    equilibrium

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Balance of Power

Noun:

1. The distribution of power among nations, organizations, or individuals, where no single entity has greater power than the others, resulting in a stable situation.

Example: The balance of power in the region shifted after the new alliance was formed.

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2. A situation in which two or more political or military forces are of equal strength, ensuring that one does not dominate the other.

Example: The peace treaty aims to maintain a balance of power between the two warring nations.

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3. The equitable and fair division of authority and responsibility within a group or an organization.

Example: The board of directors ensures a balance of power among its members to prevent one person from having too much influence.

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4. A principle in international relations that suggests stability is achieved by having multiple centers of power rather than a single dominant force.

Example: The balance of power theory forms the basis of many diplomatic strategies.

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