juggling act
noun
plural juggling acts
: an attempt to handle or deal with two or more things (such as obligations) at one time so as to satisfy often competing requirements
The movie portrays Howard's life as a perpetual juggling act between family and work.—Linda Civitello
Finishing the mashed potatoes at the same time as the roast, the gravy, and the green beans can become quite a juggling act.—Cook's Illustrated
Most of all, a certain balance has to be found between stealth, gunplay and action. … It's difficult for a movie to pull that juggling act off, let alone a game.—Ross Adams
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“Juggling act.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/juggling%20act. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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