compensate

Example Sentences

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The body did not appear to compensate by dialing down energy use elsewhere.

From Science Daily

I felt defensive over Will, to almost make sure that he wasn’t gay because I felt it personally, and I was kind of like compensating for it.

From Los Angeles Times

The couple said they were under the impression they were being compensated to be actors in a movie.

From Los Angeles Times

In other words, Chinese receivers have been training harder to compensate for a weaker quarterback.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the same time, the medications could potentially cause lasting harm if they are used to compensate for ongoing sleep deficits.

From Science Daily