compensate
Example Sentences
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Carb-maxxing to compensate for the lack of carbohydrates in our diets?
From Salon • May 7, 2026
The researchers also found more TGA codons than expected, which may help compensate for the loss of the other two stop signals.
From Science Daily • May 7, 2026
The other case is a proposed class action that would compensate policyholders for the higher premiums.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
No-shows can run as high as 40% to 50%, the research found, so some clinics overbook appointments to compensate.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
“You know I was worried about your stability,” she chided him, “but I hoped that Adele’s strengths would compensate for your shortcomings.”
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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