as in to correct
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
if you get a high grade on this quiz, it will offset the D from your last one
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as in counter
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
a better performance this time will be an offset to last year's dismal showing
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as in halt
the stopping of a process or activity
symptoms that were striking for their abrupt onset and their equally abrupt offset
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Recent Examples of offset
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
The slot machines have helped offset slow days at the restaurant.
—Jermont Terry, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 15 Jan. 2026
That extra $71 billion offsets almost 60% of the gains from tariffs.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026
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Verb
To offset the cost of the e-bikes, which can run in the thousands of dollars, the state launched a generous voucher program — one that heavily subsidized, and in some cases completely offset, the purchase price.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
The slot machines have helped offset slow days at the restaurant.
—Jermont Terry, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
The social cost of carbon is considered a more accurate accounting of harm from climate change than other calculations used as the basis of carbon credits or carbon offsets to travelers, according to Scripps.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 15 Jan. 2026
That extra $71 billion offsets almost 60% of the gains from tariffs.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offset
Verb
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This story has been updated with new information, to reframe parts of the story and to correct spelling errors.—
Steve Patterson,
Florida Times-Union,
5 Feb. 2026
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Problems arise when trees interfere with power lines, but professional pruning can correct this.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Soda drinkers have been experimenting with mash-ups for decades — ever since fast-food restaurants moved soda machines out from behind the counter and gave customers free rein to mix their own drinks, Tofel said.—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Once a counter-puncher, Svitolina plays a more aggressive style since returning from maternity leave.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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American officials are seeking to press for an end to Iran’s nuclear enrichment program, curbs on ballistic missiles and a halt to support for proxy groups such as Hamas and Hezbollah.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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In cases of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, initiate your hazard lights and locate a secure spot, such as a nearby business parking area, to pull over and come to a halt.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Leafs neutralized two of the most dangerous players in the league, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Visible light passes through the gaps, but the high-energy waves of an EMP are snagged and neutralized by the conductive pattern.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Find balance among them, whether that’s by mixing metals, chain weights, or different textures to achieve the perfect combination.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
3 Feb. 2026
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Together, the duo represents a balance Disney has been working toward since Iger’s surprise return in 2022 — pairing creative cohesion with a leader who has delivered consistent financial performance through volatile cycles.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
3 Feb. 2026
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The epic snowy battle scene's twist ending probably had Twi-Hards threatening to run Bill Condon out of business, but everything worked out in the end.—
Lincee Ray,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
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The ending left an opening for more episodes.—
Rich Heldenfels,
Boston Herald,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Out of that awakening came important measures to counteract giant algae blooms by stopping the use of phosphates in dishwashing liquid and other household items.—
Theodore J. Karamanski,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Potassium supports heart health, counteracting sodium’s elevating effects on blood pressure.—
Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
5 Feb. 2026
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University of Oxford researchers assessed a range of clinical trials as well as Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Cochrane and Web of Science databases, with a focus on what happened after cessation of treatment regarding adults who were overweight or obese.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Jan. 2026
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Most of the complexes also include unusual amenities like on-site child care, smoking cessation classes, areas for on-site food cultivation, English classes, advice for job searches and help securing a high school diploma.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Offset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offset. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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