as in measure
something done or used with the intention of stopping or preventing something bad or dangerous
—usually plural
new countermeasures against terrorism The army used electronic countermeasures to block enemy radar.
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Recent Examples of countermeasure
By 2050, two-thirds of people around the world could see working-age populations (people between the ages of 20 and 64) diminish in their countries—a trend that stands to constrain economic potential in those countries in the absence of innovative adjustments and countermeasures.
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Nicholas Eberstadt, Foreign Affairs, 10 Oct. 2024
Ukraine has no effective countermeasure for glide bombs, which are launched from Russian aircraft inside Russia.
—Hanna Arhirova and Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
The most effective countermeasure: AI-enabled defense moving at machine speed and scale.
—Jamal Khan, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
Both Ukraine and Russia have relied extensively on explosive drones during the war and have scrambled to come up with more countermeasures.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 1 Aug. 2024
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Nicholas Eberstadt, Foreign Affairs, 10 Oct. 2024
Ukraine has no effective countermeasure for glide bombs, which are launched from Russian aircraft inside Russia.
—Hanna Arhirova and Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
The most effective countermeasure: AI-enabled defense moving at machine speed and scale.
—Jamal Khan, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
Both Ukraine and Russia have relied extensively on explosive drones during the war and have scrambled to come up with more countermeasures.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 1 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for countermeasure
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Statewide, after national media for years showed images of thieves ransacking drug stores, Californians approved a ballot measure that tightened penalties on theft.Julia Prodis Sulek, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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There was no formal campaign opposing the ballot measure, though during the 2023 legislative session, some Republican lawmakers voted against a ballot measure.Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2024
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This increase is attributed to a shift in business from Charter to ACMI services.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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Some other groups experienced notable shifts this election cycle.Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
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That balancing act has forced Starbucks to cut back on niche menu items like the olive-oil infused Oleato drinks, focusing instead on popular staples like its Refreshers, which have gained popularity among younger customers.Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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For me, the act of hunting itself is less of the draw.Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The players announced their moves and countermoves, negotiated, interrupted one another and occasionally shouted over our unflappable controller, Ed McGrady, an experienced game architect.Barton Gellman, Washington Post, 30 July 2024
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These countermoves are whipping up a default perfect storm.Carla Norrlof, Foreign Affairs, 18 Mar. 2022
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Zambada is considered the syndicate’s strategist and deal-maker, thought to be more involved in its day-to-day doings than the more flamboyant Guzmán.Ross O'Keefe, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Aug. 2024
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Considered a good negotiator, Zambada has been seen as the syndicate's strategist and dealmaker, thought to be more involved in its day-to-day doings than the more flamboyant Guzmán.CBS News, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2024
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The outlet said that the move came after a close review of Amazon’s programming costs across its entertainment portfolio, prompted by several expensive series that failed to connect with audiences.Bruce Gil, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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Despite its recent upward move, the average rate on a 30-year mortgage is still down from 7.22% in May, its peak so far this year.Alex Veiga, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Was that the same process for the movie? Same process.James Grebey, Vulture, 9 Nov. 2024
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Managing osteoporosis is a long-term process that requires ongoing commitment to lifestyle changes.Jianying Zhang, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
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Garner documents every twist in the proceedings — and her own feelings about the case.The Week US, theweek, 12 Nov. 2024
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The filing also details the impact of the Diamond Sports Group bankruptcy on broadcasting agreements, with ongoing Chapter 11 proceedings potentially affecting future revenue.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Countermeasure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countermeasure. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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