compensate
Example Sentences
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Edison has offered to compensate victims of the fire who give up their right to sue the utility.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
In 2003, McLeod’s patrons funneled more than $100,000 through The Fellowship to compensate him.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
One potential snag: companies want to put driverless taxis in highly profitable, densely populated urban areas; many politicians want them in suburban and rural areas, to compensate for public-transport gaps.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
Support ships carrying supplies or repair crews are commissioned from the shore—at a hefty price, because of the remote location, and to compensate for the sanctions risks that come with servicing the shadow fleet.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
“We need your lead, friend. For ammunition. Good people throughout the city are donating all the lead they own. The Provincial Congress will compensate you, of course. In due time. I’ve invoices prepared.”
From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson
Vocabulary lists containing compensate
Tier 2 Words for the SBAC ELA Items
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Essential Academic Vocabulary for High School Students, List 2
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The Crucible
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