offsetting

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Still, they see Chinese copper demand broadly resilient this year, with consumption from the clean energy technology sectors offsetting weakness in the property and construction sectors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

A higher-volatility regime could erode the predictable way stocks and bonds move together, undermining the typical 60/40 portfolio that bets safe-haven assets, like bonds, will rise when the stock market crashes, offsetting the losses.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Higher tax refunds continue to support consumer spending, offsetting rising gas prices.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

This growth is anticipated from its on-market portfolio and three new medicines, offsetting generic competition until 2030.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Me and TaShon lean back, offsetting the tree’s drop into the water.

From "Ninth Ward" by Jewell Parker Rhodes