evens

present tense third-person singular of even
1
as in smooths
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps even the filling before adding the top layer of the cake

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2
as in balances
to make equal in amount, degree, or status the contention that producing more arms will even us with the enemy and therefore make us more secure

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Recent Examples of evens This face serum brightens and evens skin tone, fights free radicals, supports collagen production and softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles for glowing, healthy-looking skin. — ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026 Alshon somehow evens things up against the dominant Lenard for 18-18, handing things to the #1 singles player Haworth. — Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 While beloved for their loose powders (which Bieber uses), Laura Mercier’s tinted moisturizer is equally as impressive for its lightweight, buildable coverage that evens and blurs skin without contributing to sweat and oil in warm weather. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 27 June 2026 Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin B5, the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 June 2026 Montreal's win evens the best-of-five showdown at 1-1 as the series shifts to Minnesota for the next two games. — CBS News, 6 May 2026 The victory evens the best-of-seven first-round playoff series as it shifts to Anaheim for Games 3 and 4 on Friday and Sunday at Honda Center. — Jason Hills, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026 The victory evens the Rangers’ record at 5-5, which puts them a half-game behind the Astros in the AL West. — Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026 Alabama evens the series against Texas after freshman Vic Moten ends the game by fanning Kaydee Bennett. — Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evens
Verb
  • Yearly stats just smoothes everything out to a more meaningless middle.
    — Michael Salfino, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
  • This flattering style smooths the neck, concealing wrinkles and adding definition to the jawline by hiding a double chin or loose skin.
    — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 11 Sep. 2026
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  • Pritzker balances a progressive agenda with economic growth, leaning on his business success, which can appeal to independents in the general election.
    — Patrick McNamara, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Instead of spreading a story that will further divide the school into supporters and detractors, speak to HR about whether there is a better policy that balances reasonable scenting while protecting those with actual allergies.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 2 Sep. 2026
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  • Xi equates compromise with weakness and has a hard time understanding the give-a-little-to-get-a-little logic that is the heart and soul of diplomacy.
    — Orville Schell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Summary Common perception equates effective leadership with charisma, often ignoring competent but uncharismatic individuals.
    — Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • And as the trough of lower pressure equalizes with the rest of the atmosphere next week, temps will only warm slightly.
    — Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The global process of buying and selling equalizes prices worldwide.
    — David Frum, The Atlantic, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Start slowly, beginning every other day and gradually increasing to daily as skin adjusts.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2026
  • The strap adjusts to your waist size, and the pouch itself features three drop pockets for easy organization.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 13 Sep. 2026

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“Evens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evens. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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