as in to offset
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
the lavish present almost made up for her forgetting his birthday
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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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This story has been updated to correct the number of previous lawsuits settled over Monon South Trail.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
15 Oct. 2025
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In fact, based on recent policy shifts, there is good reason to believe the administration will soon correct course.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
15 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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“Make up (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/make%20up%20%28for%29. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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