as in to offset
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
unfortunately, this one indiscretion will cancel out a long record of accomplishment
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Increased Indian ties with the Middle East would also offset India’s dependence on Russian energy, furthering Western interests.—
Wesley Alexander Hill,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025 -
And filmed entertainment revenue rose 4 percent to $627 million, as lower theatrical revenue was offset by higher licensing revenue for recent theatrical releases in the home entertainment space.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2025
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But given that Brendan was just carved up, Kev quickly corrects his mum.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
18 May 2025
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This story has been corrected to show that Boston and Reese got double technical fouls, not Clark and Reese.—
Michael Marot,
Baltimore Sun,
17 May 2025
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Odor-fighting insoles, sprays, and laces can also help absorb moisture and neutralize odors.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 May 2025
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The slower surface neutralizes players who rely on power serves.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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“Cancel (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cancel%20%28out%29. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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