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compensate

[kom-puhn-seyt] / ˈkɒm pənˌseɪt /




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Can you compensate for skipping exercise this week by doing extra workouts the week before?

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

The deal, announced this week, would compensate survivors who filed claims under New York’s Child Victims Act and comes after years of litigation and mediation.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

Almario and Durazo both support the Essential Services Restoration Act, a half-cent sales tax on June’s ballot to help compensate for federal healthcare cuts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

No-shows can run as high as 40% to 50%, the research found, so some clinics overbook appointments to compensate.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Almost rigid with determination, she does my hair and nails and makeup, fingers flying swiftly to compensate for her absent teammates.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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