even out

phrasal verb

evened out; evening out; evens out
1
: to become level
After a long climb the ground evened out.
2
: to make (something) even and smooth
Let me even out the rug.
3
: to reach a balanced or middle state between extremes over a period of time
The economy had good periods and bad periods, but it all evened out by the end of the year.
Any variations will be evened out eventually.

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Still, this probably evens out thanks to the bigger battery on the new version. PC Magazine, 12 Oct. 2025 This guide moves from the heart of Athens to its fringes (and even out toward the sea), stopping at hole-in-the-wall street food stands, underground tavernas, a wine bar tucked inside a ship repair warehouse, and institutions that have fed Athenians and visitors for generations. Katherine Whittaker, Saveur, 9 Oct. 2025 Its formula, which has hydrating shea butter, brightens your complexion and evens out skin tone. Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025 The onset of bye weeks negatively impacts affected players, but evens out over course of season. Greg Cote october 7, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for even out

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“Even out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/even%20out. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

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