lose one's balance
Become suddenly unsteady
To lose one's balance is to become unsteady and at risk of falling, whether physically or figuratively.
A person might lose their balance stepping off a curb, or lose their emotional balance when overwhelmed by stress.
She lost her balance on the icy sidewalk.
The news made him lose his balance for a moment.
- dizzinessUnsteady, spinning sensation
- vertigoSensation of spinning
- inner earBalance and hearing center
- head rushMomentary dizziness upon rising
- wobbleUnsteady side-to-side motion
disorientation · stumble · topple · take a tumble · confusion · sway · equilibrium · teeter · falter · chaos · turmoil · misstep · overwhelm · stagger · lurch · insecurity · lightheaded · anxiety
physical stability
lose one's balancestand firm
Refuse to retreat
stand one's ground · stabilize · hold steady · stay grounded · balance
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