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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In addition, for some workers the deduction may not be enough to offset the negative effects of other aspects of the Republicans’ spending bill.—
Levi Sumagaysay,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025 -
While beneficiaries are getting more in their checks, that extra amount is meant to offset the increase in prices across the board.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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In 2023, the two-time Super Bowl champion missed Pac-12 media day to address a blood clot in his right leg and another surgery to correct curved toes on his left foot.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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The Yankees had mostly corrected their poor fundamental mistakes since the trade deadline, but in the most important game of the season, several miscues helped put New York in a deep early deficit.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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Add An Acid Acids like vinegar and lemon help neutralize and mask odors.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 Oct. 2025
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Pairing hot peppers with acidic ingredients, such as lime juice or vinegar, or with dairy, can help neutralize some of the jalapeño heat.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Cancel (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cancel%20%28out%29. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
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