Definition of Offset

the distance or amount by which something is out of line

Examples of Offset in a sentence

Eying the painting on the wall, the gallery owner pondered whether the crooked frame was offset by a few centimeters.  🔊

With no way to correct the railing, the homeowner looked for a tape to measure the offset.  🔊

The man’s account was offset by nearly two million dollars.  🔊

While attempting to reassemble his project, the amateur builder realized that the wheels were offset by five inches.  🔊

After the earthquake, several places on the ridge were offset by several feet.  🔊

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