even-out

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Even out' refers to creating equilibrium or balance, whether in a physical or abstract sense. Think of it as trying to create a level playing field, or trying to iron out wrinkles in fabric.

Examples in Different Contexts

In finance, 'even out' can refer to market fluctuations stabilizing. A financial analyst might say, 'The stock market is starting to even out after a volatile period.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

We've been observing some performance inconsistencies post upgrade. Let's explore some strategies to further optimize system performance.

Response:

We can even out the system performance by distributing the workload between the servers equally.

Business

Scenario:

Market fluctuations in the stock market have been unusually high recently. Wider economic trends, however, should alleviate these temporary spikes.

Response:

Given the current market trends, I expect things to even out within the next quarter.