as in correcting
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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Recent Examples of offsetting
Airlines are complying with the FAA emergency order aimed at offsetting air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
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Eve Chen, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Sweeney’s look played with proportions, with the leg-hugging footwear offsetting her oversized ensemble.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
The more removals used for offsetting, the less available for reversal.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
That's been a boost to companies like GM, Stellantis and Ford, offsetting the costs of tariffs.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 31 Oct. 2025
However there are conflicting concerns offsetting those gains due to slowing oil demand.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
That’s when battery storage steps in, offsetting the need to use older, less efficient, and more costly resources to keep homes powered and costs stable.
—Erin Smith, Boston Herald, 22 Oct. 2025
Ciavatta said Pindorama has been offsetting its entire carbon footprint since 2007, compensating 100% of its emissions through the reforestation of river basins in partnership with the SOS Mata Atlântica Foundation.
—Marcelo Cajueiro, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
In addition to rail benefits, the sales tax would provide $5M-$6M annually with no offsetting expenses.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
Eve Chen, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Sweeney’s look played with proportions, with the leg-hugging footwear offsetting her oversized ensemble.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
The more removals used for offsetting, the less available for reversal.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
That's been a boost to companies like GM, Stellantis and Ford, offsetting the costs of tariffs.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 31 Oct. 2025
However there are conflicting concerns offsetting those gains due to slowing oil demand.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
That’s when battery storage steps in, offsetting the need to use older, less efficient, and more costly resources to keep homes powered and costs stable.
—Erin Smith, Boston Herald, 22 Oct. 2025
Ciavatta said Pindorama has been offsetting its entire carbon footprint since 2007, compensating 100% of its emissions through the reforestation of river basins in partnership with the SOS Mata Atlântica Foundation.
—Marcelo Cajueiro, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
In addition to rail benefits, the sales tax would provide $5M-$6M annually with no offsetting expenses.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for offsetting
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According to the brand, this face cream provides a host of benefits, including correcting uneven skin tone, increasing hydration, smoothing out texture, and strengthening the skin barrier.—
Isabel Bekele,
InStyle,
3 Jan. 2026
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Opt for a shade that’s one or two shades lighter than your skin tone, and those with dark circles can use color-correcting concealer to appear more awake.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
2 Jan. 2026
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What To Know The new congressional map will create more Democratic seats in California, potentially neutralizing a Republican-favoring redistricting plan advancing in Texas and other Republican states.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The demonstrator currently operates at approximately 20 kilowatts, which is suitable for neutralizing small unmanned aerial vehicles and light surface targets.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Oct. 2025
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First, the city must spread the word that combating these frauds and teaming up with whistleblowers is a priority, thus counteracting the perception that the city and its victim agencies are often uninterested in these claims.—
Randall Fox,
New York Daily News,
1 Jan. 2026
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And, for some families, counteracting that message begins at home.—
Rheana Murray,
The Atlantic,
26 Nov. 2025
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Fast casual concepts are counterbalancing this by emphasizing quality messaging, enhanced digital experiences, and product customization.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
13 Nov. 2025
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Two streetcars are connected to opposite ends of a single cable, counterbalancing each other.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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High prices are outweighing other economic concerns, with 71% of those surveyed saying their income just matches or falls short of their monthly expenses.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
18 Dec. 2025
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The researchers also found that this would be cost-effective, with minimal risks from radiation exposure or biopsies outweighing the potential to save lives.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
24 Nov. 2025
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“Offsetting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offsetting. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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