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A background spectrum (without any sample in the infrared beam) must be obtained in order to subtract atmospheric effects on the spectrum, but sometimes, because of momentary local changes in the atmosphere, the instrument miscompensates.
Source: wiktionary
The nervous system, once so adept at compensation, begins to miscompensate, exacerbating the overall dysfunction of the system.
Source: wiktionary
The author criticizes this method of damage calculation and provides examples of how it can "miscompensate" plaintiff for economic loss, leading to an inefficient deterrent effect and excessive social costs.
Source: wiktionary
Other parties can but guess at their negotiating partner's reliance costs, so they are likely to miscompensate .
Source: wiktionary
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