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, Medicare costs could even out depending on which parts recipients are accessing based on their needs, according to Alex Beene, a financial literacy instructor for the University of Tennessee at Martin.
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Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
State and federal prosecutors say Oren, Alon and Tal Alexander used their fame and wealth to lure women to their Miami Beach and New York homes and on trips to other cities, even out of the country.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
There are even some savory notes that pop, like sweet and sour barbecue and a bit of umami soy sauce, but these are evened out by sweeter and spicier flavors like vanilla, black pepper, and honey.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2025
Billowing sleeves and a loose, flowy hem allow the top to move with you through the airport, during sightseeing excursions, and even out to a nice dinner, and the neutral sage color keeps the top sufficiently wearable as your new go-to basic.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
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Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
State and federal prosecutors say Oren, Alon and Tal Alexander used their fame and wealth to lure women to their Miami Beach and New York homes and on trips to other cities, even out of the country.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
There are even some savory notes that pop, like sweet and sour barbecue and a bit of umami soy sauce, but these are evened out by sweeter and spicier flavors like vanilla, black pepper, and honey.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2025
Billowing sleeves and a loose, flowy hem allow the top to move with you through the airport, during sightseeing excursions, and even out to a nice dinner, and the neutral sage color keeps the top sufficiently wearable as your new go-to basic.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
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“Even out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/even%20out. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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