offsetting

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And although the dollar’s share of global central-bank currency reserves has declined by 3% since December 2020, the offsetting increases have accrued within the “other currencies” category tracked by the International Monetary Fund.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 28, 2026

Sunrun shares were up 24% as of Wednesday afternoon, partially offsetting substantial year-to-date losses.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

And there was an offsetting effect from an artificial-intelligence boom that is powering trade and business investment in the U.S. and beyond.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

Global oil demand fell 4-5% in April, with China’s crude imports down four million barrels daily, offsetting supply disruptions.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

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

From "Ninth Ward" by Jewell Parker Rhodes