offsetting

Example Sentences

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Wealthier Americans continue to drive spending, offsetting pullbacks from others, as inflation reached a three-year high partly due to gas prices.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

In the current fiscal year ending March 2027, Honda expects global car sales to stay largely steady at 3.39 million, offsetting losses in China with gains in North America.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

These trends should support demand for HPE’s AI servers and systems, offsetting higher component costs in its traditional server business, Citi says.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

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

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

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

From "Ninth Ward" by Jewell Parker Rhodes