compensated

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Investing in just those companies was a mistake, but other stocks’ success more than compensated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

But in his third and rockiest year at the helm of the Trojans, Riley was still compensated like one of the kings of the sport.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Furthermore, clubs will be compensated for appearances in World Cup qualifying for the first time.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

While she said she understood "it's nice to be compensated" and she hoped the win would help her move out of her parents' house, she added "justice would look like them doing the right thing".

From BBC • May 31, 2026

They had had a hard year, and after the sale of part of the hay and corn, the stores of food for the winter were none too plentiful, but the windmill compensated for everything.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell