as in to correct
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
if you get a high grade on this quiz, it will offset the D from your last one
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as in counter
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
a better performance this time will be an offset to last year's dismal showing
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as in halt
the stopping of a process or activity
symptoms that were striking for their abrupt onset and their equally abrupt offset
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Paulina Likos, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2024
In addition, direct-to-consumer rose 5 percent, helped by 9 percent growth in digital that was partially offset by a 2 percent slip in brick-and mortar retail.
—Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 1 Nov. 2024
Peter Sullivan, Axios, 31 July 2024
Founded in 2021 by former Disney executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs, the venture made several splashy acquisitions – including Reese Witherspoon’s production label Hello Sunshine – at the offset.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 2 July 2024
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Its advance is helping offset Apple’s less-than-1% dip after the iPhone maker’s own earnings report.
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With such strong bipartisan support, the telehealth extension is largely expected to be included if lawmakers can find a sufficient offset.
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Prepare for Worker Disputes: Employers and their vendors should implement processes to allow workers to contest and correct inaccuracies in these reports.Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Yet courts have given the Insurrection Act broad authority to overrule its protections, and Congress has not corrected this mistake.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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The post, which walks viewers through the ring's elaborate hiding place on a kitchen counter, has been viewed more than 17 million times, drawing a flurry of amused comments from TikTok users.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Here’s how Niccol plans to help Starbucks’ sales rebound: Ending the disorder of mobile order and pay Starbucks customers have become used to walking into a cafe and seeing a counter crowded with mobile orders.Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2024
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Using a maneuver, DPS troopers were eventually able to bring the car to a halt.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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The last time was in 2020 when the world entered pandemic lockdown and economic activity — and, in turn, demand for oil — ground to a halt.Courtenay Brown, Axios, 29 Oct. 2024
Verb
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And in a matchup that was expected to be relatively even, the Dodgers already have neutralized a few of the Yankees’ biggest strengths.Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
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In the first wave, Israeli jets neutralized radar and air defense systems in Syria and Iraq, clearing a safe corridor for the next phase.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Example: Giffard Non-Alcoholic Ginger Liqueur: The ginger root forms the foundation of this expression, offering a balance of pepper, rose, herbs and lemon aromas.Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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In the process, the Eagles showed a level of offensive balance that should scare the rest of the league.David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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The ending is one of the most surprising last-minutes saves in cinema.Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2024
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Despite her drama, Jessica did have a happy ending however.Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 1 Nov. 2024
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Even 20 minutes of daily moderate exercise won't counteract the negative health impacts of incessant sitting.Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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By consciously focusing on potential gains rather than losses, individuals can counteract their bias toward loss.Bryce Hoffman, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Efforts include promoting smoking cessation and getting pregnant people into early prenatal care by eliminating barriers in vulnerable communities.Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 24 July 2024
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The high-end pairs were fascinating, but Nura was acquired by Denon in April 2023, and announced the cessation of its own-brand lines shortly after.Andrew Williams, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Offset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offset. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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