counterbalances

"He is a student of life."

""Learning a new language opens up many opportunities for travel and better job prospects." "

"It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage."

"My brother's opinion is the opposite of mine on the best way to study for the exam. "

"The plant swung in the breeze."

"The student's opposition to the new school rules caused a disruption. "

"My sister's joyful expression showed how happy she was about the good news. "

"The acrobat maintains his balances by shifting his weight carefully. "

"During the Renaissance, many artists and thinkers considered themselves Academics, deeply inspired by Plato's philosophies. "

"I have absolutely no influence over him."

"The grandfather clock in the hallway has a pendulum that swings back and forth, keeping perfect time. "

"How long has it been since your last physical?"