Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for counterstrokes
Noun
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Wipe down any small appliances (don’t forget underneath), bottles or storage containers, or decorations on your counters to remove dust or grease buildup every week.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025 -
The defense counters that there was also a flashing light.—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Researchers are planning larger, longer studies to see whether a one-time gene-editing drug could safely protect people against heart attacks and strokes for a lifetime.—
NPR,
NPR,
8 Nov. 2025
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Doctors track the thickness of the carotid artery wall as an early warning sign for clogged arteries that can lead to heart attacks and strokes.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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These are still very good numbers for a 17-year-old freshman in college hockey whom NHL Central Scouting’s latest update lists at 5-foot-11 and 170 pounds.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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One-year-olds are usually 27 to 31 inches tall; Sommer measures 26 inches and weighs 18 pounds.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The clips also show Bündchen doing yoga, dancing, cycling and surfing.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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The Tease… Without the Payoff Throughout the night, Grande, Erivo, and the cast teased exclusive looks at new film clips and musical moments — but the live audience didn’t end up seeing them.—
Haley Kluge,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Create regional hooks that connect with specific time zones.—
Malana VanTyler,
Ascend Agency,
6 Nov. 2025
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X-ray imaging showed the hooks lodged inside the bird’s body, and veterinarians took on a challenging surgery to remove the pieces without damaging the young bird.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Having an extra pair of dry socks can be a serious game-changer, too.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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The security guard then tied the student's wrists behind them using one of the socks, the teacher said.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The cuffs of the dress’ long sleeves included the same gem embellishments too.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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It’s designed for a subtly oversized fit in the brand’s EcoSmart fleece and has double-needle stitching at the crewneck and cuffs.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The groundbreaking research penetrated the last moments of the young nobleman, who suffered a terrible 26 blows.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025
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Despite major strides in the right direction, the push for a greener future has been dealt several devastating blows from a fraught supply chain, economic headwinds and political setbacks.—
Katherine Fung,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Counterstrokes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counterstrokes. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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