balancing act

/ ˈbælənsɪŋ /

noun

1. a circus act in which a performer displays his or her balancing ability
2. a situation requiring careful balancing of opposing groups, views, or activities

   a delicate balancing act between Greek and Turkish interests

Example Sentences

Erush, who also coaches Cal State Los Angeles, is like many coaches in Southern California having to engage in a balancing act as parents weigh playing high school soccer vs. promises and hype surrounding pay-for-play club programs and others promoted by USA Soccer and professional teams.

From Los Angeles Times

The relationship of the executive branch and the military has always been a balancing act.

From Los Angeles Times

But it is a balancing act - increasing borrowing costs risks harming the economy.

From BBC

"That's the difficult balancing act in what is going to be a challenging and difficult winter," she said.

From BBC

The talks represent a potentially delicate balancing act for Netflix.

From Los Angeles Times