even out
phrasal verb
evened out; evening out; evens out
1
: to become level
After a long climb the ground evened out.
2
: to make (something) even and smooth
Let me even out the rug.
3
: to reach a balanced or middle state between extremes over a period of time
The economy had good periods and bad periods, but it all evened out by the end of the year.
Any variations will be evened out eventually.
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Made with exfoliating glycolic acid, soothing chamomile, and moisturizing shea butter, the formula can also even out excess pigmentation and reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 June 2025
This one is an exfoliating treatment designed to even out skin tone, brighten dark spots, and reduce the appearance of pores.
—Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 7 May 2025
The all-in-one option hits every eye concern and is formulated with a retinoid complex that works in tandem with niacinamide and vitamin E to smooth out fine lines, brighten dark circles, and even out any other discoloration around the eye area.
—Deanna Pai, Glamour, 28 May 2025
Over a longer duration, these extremes would likely even out into a consistent, and each character could grow into a more distinctive role within the ensemble.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 28 May 2025
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 June 2025
This one is an exfoliating treatment designed to even out skin tone, brighten dark spots, and reduce the appearance of pores.
—Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 7 May 2025
The all-in-one option hits every eye concern and is formulated with a retinoid complex that works in tandem with niacinamide and vitamin E to smooth out fine lines, brighten dark circles, and even out any other discoloration around the eye area.
—Deanna Pai, Glamour, 28 May 2025
Over a longer duration, these extremes would likely even out into a consistent, and each character could grow into a more distinctive role within the ensemble.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 28 May 2025
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“Even out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/even%20out. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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