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n. - Structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly.

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  • Verb (used with object) : The gains offset the losses. ,to offset advantages against disadvantages
  • "In addition, Carlson seeks a declaratory order that the amount it owes IBM for past services be 'setoff' against any judgment in its favor," the documents state.
  • And that he actually had planned to setoff five bombs on five successive days.
  • Instead, a waaayy overpriced condo bunker that not only has no setoff, but protrudes over the sidewalk.
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