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EKW-ip-oyz/ˈekwɪpɔɪz/

Equipoise is a state of equal balance between opposing forces (formal): a fine equipoise, hold in equipoise. Balance (already in the dictionary) is everyday equal amounts; equilibrium (already in the dictionary) is a balanced state — the close twin — and poise (already in the dictionary) is calm self-control, of bearing more than of two weights. Harmony (already in the dictionary) is peaceful agreement. This batch: to circumscribe is to fence a claim, of limits not of a scales. Logos are not a consent clause.

Meaning

A state of equal balance between opposing forces (formal).

Examples

• “Equipoise between two logos is not a consent clause.”
• “Balance is equal or fair amounts (already in B1). Equilibrium is a balanced state (already in B2). Poise is calm composure (already in C1). Harmony is peaceful agreement (already in B1). To circumscribe is to restrict within limits (this batch). Layers on the right object can still be exact. Layers instead of the clause are theatre. Write the consent; then the scales.”

Good to know

Equal balance (formal). Everyday: balance (already in this dictionary). Close: equilibrium (already in B2); poise (already in C1). This batch: circumscribe. Logos ≠ consent.

Near in meaning

balance, equilibrium, poise, parity

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