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compensate

[kom-puhn-seyt] / ˈkɒm pənˌseɪt /




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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

“Thanks to our strong focus on cost discipline and price adjustments, we were able to partially compensate for declining volumes in the first quarter,” Chief Executive Dominik von Achten said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

The deal, announced this week, would compensate survivors who filed claims under New York’s Child Victims Act and comes after years of litigation and mediation.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

Almario and Durazo both support the Essential Services Restoration Act, a half-cent sales tax on June’s ballot to help compensate for federal healthcare cuts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“Yes, but we’re agreed that if we have the same results as the Fabrikator, the Council will compensate me? I can’t be asked to bear that expense.”

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo




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