A happy medium noun phrase
A way of acting or thinking that achieves a healthy balance between two extremes
When designing cars, designers have to strike a happy medium between luxury and affordability.
I tried to find a happy medium between studying and my part-time job.
To be happy and healthy, you need to achieve a happy medium between work and life.
It seems that we can't find a happy medium on this deal.
I think fashion needs to hit a happy medium between creativity and practicality.
Not to do too much or too little in anything
Equal power distribution among all of the groups involved
Used when two rivals or teams in a competition or game have the same score, and neither side is the winner
To keep one's balance
Unstable, mentally unbalanced state.
Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.
Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.