"poising" in the verb sense
1. poise
be motionless, in suspension
"The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked"
2. brace, poise
prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult
3. poise
cause to be balanced or suspended
4. poise, balance
hold or carry in equilibrium
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