as in counter
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
the belief that higher interest rates are an effective counterforce to inflationary pressures
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Recent Examples of counterforce
In many ways, the logic of a counterforce strategy parallels the logic of traditional military strategy.
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Charles L. Glaser, Foreign Affairs, 5 Oct. 2023
Despite this, America’s counterforce lead has actually grown.
—Matthew Gavin Frank, Harper's Magazine, 3 May 2023
There must be a counterforce that comes from within Congress.
—USA TODAY, 25 July 2023
Photo illustration: Annie Zhao Excitement over artificial intelligence is proving a powerful counterforce for a tech economy that had been slowing, lifting share prices and growth outlooks at many giants and igniting a wave of new startups.
—Tom Dotan, WSJ, 6 July 2023
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Charles L. Glaser, Foreign Affairs, 5 Oct. 2023
Despite this, America’s counterforce lead has actually grown.
—Matthew Gavin Frank, Harper's Magazine, 3 May 2023
There must be a counterforce that comes from within Congress.
—USA TODAY, 25 July 2023
Photo illustration: Annie Zhao Excitement over artificial intelligence is proving a powerful counterforce for a tech economy that had been slowing, lifting share prices and growth outlooks at many giants and igniting a wave of new startups.
—Tom Dotan, WSJ, 6 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counterforce
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Fluoride counters that process with a one-two punch, by reducing acid and strengthening enamel, the tooth’s protective outer layer.Erika Edwards, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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The grippy non-slip silicone also makes these ideal for rolling out dough while keeping your counters clean.Maggie Horton, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Trump has some offsets to Harris' gain among Hispanic people.Gary Langer, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2024
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Another assessment is that companies may rely on carbon offsets to achieve net zero rather than making significant reductions in their actual emissions.Maeve Campbell, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
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The company has convertible notes payable and notes payable in default, with a total balance of $1,041,172 and $1,090,298, respectively.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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Cocktails are typically about balance: sweet and tart, bitter and sweet, strong and weak.Jeff Burkhart, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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“Counterforce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counterforce. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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