compensate

Example Sentences

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Creditors will want to be compensated for the risk.

From The Wall Street Journal

To sweeten the deal, England offered to compensate the powerful Scottish investors who lost their skin in the Darién.

From The Wall Street Journal

For most of the nearly four-year-old war, Ukraine has held a clear advantage in battlefield drones, using innovative tactics and technology to compensate for Russia’s greater manpower.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The driver thinks he should be compensated $1,500 for the tires he’s still paying for.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Like the stalwart Dark Knight, García Harfuch emits the vibe of a vigilant protector who compensates for a lack of superpowers with more cerebral skills — a mix of intelligence, resolve and moxie.

From Los Angeles Times