compensate
Example Sentences
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In 2003, McLeod’s patrons funneled more than $100,000 through The Fellowship to compensate him.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Warner Music Group and AI firm Suno announce deal to compensate music artists and songwriters, ending a legal battle.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 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
That I am not a burden has to compensate for the sad envy when I look at women loved enough to be supported.
From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston
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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