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
Legislation in Washington proposes offsetting any lost Highway Trust Fund revenue with general funds, but critics warn that could raise the federal deficit — and potentially jeopardize the long-term sustainability of infrastructure projects.
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Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Legislation in Washington proposes offsetting any lost Highway Trust Fund revenue with general funds, but critics warn that could raise the federal deficit — and potentially jeopardize the long-term sustainability of infrastructure projects.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Legislation in Washington proposes offsetting any lost Highway Trust Fund revenue with general funds, but critics warn that could raise the federal deficit — and potentially jeopardize the long-term sustainability of infrastructure projects.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
With the new credit, businesses that already pay for ChatGPT will have an even easier time offsetting the card's annual fee.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 12 May 2026
According to sources, The Hunting Party is still being looked at for NBC too, with potential additional revenue from licensing future seasons to Netflix possibly offsetting soft linear ratings, even if the network puts the series on during off-season.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The surrounding success complicates Ross’ legacy, offsetting somewhat but not erasing his football team’s failures.
—Greg Cote
may 7, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
The cars inside can act as a collective battery pack, offsetting Woven City’s peak power demand by up to 10 percent.
—Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 4 May 2026
Robinson was initially issued a loose-ball foul, but upon review, both players received offsetting technicals and were ejected.
—Devon Henderson, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Legislation in Washington proposes offsetting any lost Highway Trust Fund revenue with general funds, but critics warn that could raise the federal deficit — and potentially jeopardize the long-term sustainability of infrastructure projects.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Legislation in Washington proposes offsetting any lost Highway Trust Fund revenue with general funds, but critics warn that could raise the federal deficit — and potentially jeopardize the long-term sustainability of infrastructure projects.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
With the new credit, businesses that already pay for ChatGPT will have an even easier time offsetting the card's annual fee.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 12 May 2026
According to sources, The Hunting Party is still being looked at for NBC too, with potential additional revenue from licensing future seasons to Netflix possibly offsetting soft linear ratings, even if the network puts the series on during off-season.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The surrounding success complicates Ross’ legacy, offsetting somewhat but not erasing his football team’s failures.
—Greg Cote
may 7, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
The cars inside can act as a collective battery pack, offsetting Woven City’s peak power demand by up to 10 percent.
—Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 4 May 2026
Robinson was initially issued a loose-ball foul, but upon review, both players received offsetting technicals and were ejected.
—Devon Henderson, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for offsetting
Verb
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If correcting automated categories feels frustrating, manual budgeting may be a better fit.—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Should a blind person be correcting my driving?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
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Autonomous underwater drones capable of detecting and neutralizing naval mines emerged as one of the standout attractions at China’s 2026 Chengdu Defense Technology Industry Expo, where the country also showcased robotic combat dogs and other advanced unmanned systems.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
10 May 2026
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The odor-neutralizing formula also adds a layer of freshness to strands and helps rid hair of the smell that might be associated with sweat and excess sebum.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 Apr. 2026
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Round mirrors create a gentle flow, Ruff explains, counteracting all the sharp angles in a minimalist bathroom.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
15 Apr. 2026
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This force pushes outward, counteracting the inward pull of gravity.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Meta is counterbalancing infrastructure expansions with head count reductions.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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Running this way required Emily to adjust her stride constantly, counterbalancing Justin’s movements while maintaining her own footing.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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However, Saudi Arabia’s oil revenues are thought to be up by about 10% as a result of higher prices, outweighing the impact of the strait’s closure, according to Goldman Sachs.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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But the system was complicated and costly, with operation and maintenance expenses outweighing postage revenue by nearly a factor of three.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Offsetting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offsetting. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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