even out

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.

Examples of even out in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Niacinamide also strengthens the skin barrier and evens out hyperpigmentation, while salicylic acid provides gentle exfoliation to smooth texture. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 Oct. 2026

Young is making quick decisions and firing a lot of anticipatory balls before his receivers are even out of their cuts. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026

But there’s one more aspect that’s particularly notable — or perhaps even out of place. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 23 Sep. 2026

Its formula is rounded out with the gently exfoliating polyhydroxy acid, niacinamide to even out skin tone, and Laminaria extract for hydration. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for even out

• roundabout
• runabout
• sauerkraut
• thereabout
• turnabout
• about
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• blackout
• blowout
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• buyout