Meaning of 'Hang in the balance'
What does the saying 'Hang in the balance' mean?
Idiom: Hang in the balance
Meaning:
If an outcome is hanging in the balance, there are at least two possibilities and it is impossible to predict which will win out.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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