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counterbalance in Dutch

counterbalance in Dutch

tegenwicht
noun
(literally) A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.
gelijke kracht
noun
(figuratively) A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.
tegenkracht
noun
(figuratively) A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.
een tegengewicht vormen voor
verb
(transitive) To apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight.
opwegen tegen
verb
(transitive) To apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight.
een tegenkracht vormen voor
verb
(transitive, figuratively) To match or equal in effect when applying opposing force.
opwegen tegen
verb
(transitive, figuratively) To match or equal in effect when applying opposing force.
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