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
Unlike heavier foundations that can settle into fine lines or emphasize texture, this lightweight formula delivers sheer coverage that evens skin tone while doubling as daily sun protection, too.
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Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025
However, an absent or restricted Jackson instantly shifts the advantage to Cleveland’s defense and evens the betting line.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
The silky, lightweight formula melts right in and leaves behind a natural, glowy tint that evens things out without feeling heavy or greasy.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Oct. 2025
The prickly pear extract soothe irration and the brand’s signature VIP O2 complex evens your skin tone and hydrates without any tightness, leaving your face plump, clean, and ready for anything.
—Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The win evens the five-game series and gives Miami a 4-3 season-series lead.
—Miami Herald, 9 Aug. 2025
Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025
However, an absent or restricted Jackson instantly shifts the advantage to Cleveland’s defense and evens the betting line.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
The silky, lightweight formula melts right in and leaves behind a natural, glowy tint that evens things out without feeling heavy or greasy.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Oct. 2025
The prickly pear extract soothe irration and the brand’s signature VIP O2 complex evens your skin tone and hydrates without any tightness, leaving your face plump, clean, and ready for anything.
—Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The win evens the five-game series and gives Miami a 4-3 season-series lead.
—Miami Herald, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evens
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An exfoliating serum that smooths the skin while also hydrating, its 10% concentration of lactic acid gently removes the dull outer layer of skin.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Feb. 2026
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Olay Super Serum Body Wash for Normal Skin Olay Super Serum Body Wash is formulated with ingredients such as vitamin E, collagen peptide, vitamin C, niacinamide, and BHA, which combine to create a powerful formula that hydrates, firms, brightens, evens, and smooths the skin.—
Claire West,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2026
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My approach balances practicality with subtlety, choosing travel essentials that protect without advertising your valuables.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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That scrutiny balances the pro‑ and anti-competitive aspects of a rule—such as a rule saying college athletes can’t be paid—and focuses on how a rule impacts economic competition in a marketplace.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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While some might say that was a sign of progress, Roby equates it as to losing a dear friend.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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Subsequent rulings expanded the assault on our electoral system, including Citizens United, which equates people to corporations — more nonsense.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Jan. 2026
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The coating equalizes the electrical charges to help prevent static.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 Dec. 2025
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The smartphone camera equalizes this.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Inspired by human vision The researchers say the idea came from how the human eye adjusts to different viewing conditions.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Mar. 2026
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Its laser dust detection highlights particles invisible to the naked eye, while the piezo sensor adjusts suction automatically for different floor types.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Evens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evens. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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