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to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
this medication will counteract the symptoms but it won't kill the infection
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Recent Examples of counteracting
Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
The broad sense that the country is moving in the right direction may be counteracting Republican dissatisfaction with the state of the economy.
—Steve Peoples, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Presidential searches House Republicans are weighing the revival of a 2025 bill aimed at counteracting DeSantis’ increasingly outsize influence on university presidential searches.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
First, the city must spread the word that combating these frauds and teaming up with whistleblowers is a priority, thus counteracting the perception that the city and its victim agencies are often uninterested in these claims.
—Randall Fox, New York Daily News, 1 Jan. 2026
And, for some families, counteracting that message begins at home.
—Rheana Murray, The Atlantic, 26 Nov. 2025
The middle class is historically a force of moderation and stability in Iran, bridging the gaps in society and counteracting extremes.
—Leila Gharagozlou, CNN Money, 19 Oct. 2025
Texas Democrats returned to their state during the second special session, once the first special session ended and their California counterparts introduced their new House map aimed at counteracting the one that passed in Texas.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 29 Aug. 2025
From open offices to home workstations, employees across industries invested in sit-stand setups with the hope of counteracting sedentary lifestyles.
—Michelle Stansbury, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
Potassium supports heart health, counteracting sodium’s elevating effects on blood pressure.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
The broad sense that the country is moving in the right direction may be counteracting Republican dissatisfaction with the state of the economy.
—Steve Peoples, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Presidential searches House Republicans are weighing the revival of a 2025 bill aimed at counteracting DeSantis’ increasingly outsize influence on university presidential searches.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
First, the city must spread the word that combating these frauds and teaming up with whistleblowers is a priority, thus counteracting the perception that the city and its victim agencies are often uninterested in these claims.
—Randall Fox, New York Daily News, 1 Jan. 2026
And, for some families, counteracting that message begins at home.
—Rheana Murray, The Atlantic, 26 Nov. 2025
The middle class is historically a force of moderation and stability in Iran, bridging the gaps in society and counteracting extremes.
—Leila Gharagozlou, CNN Money, 19 Oct. 2025
Texas Democrats returned to their state during the second special session, once the first special session ended and their California counterparts introduced their new House map aimed at counteracting the one that passed in Texas.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 29 Aug. 2025
From open offices to home workstations, employees across industries invested in sit-stand setups with the hope of counteracting sedentary lifestyles.
—Michelle Stansbury, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for counteracting
Verb
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However, some automakers have also sought to boost the country’s slowing domestic demand by offsetting some of the financial costs on consumers, Tu added.—
Matthew Chin,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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This data suggests that public programs can play a role in offsetting medical and long-term care costs.—
Sierra Leone Starks,
Parents,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Elward said Traynere was using the email to gain a political advantage and learn what members of the opposing party were thinking.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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In the game, when a player kills multiple opponents without also dying, they are rewarded with the ability to conduct a missile strike to exterminate an opposing team.—
Casey Ryan Kelly,
The Conversation,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Next-gen strike missile Developed by Lockheed Martin, PrSM is the next-generation surface-to-surface weapon system designed to enhance deterrence and provide advanced capabilities for neutralizing, suppressing, and destroying targets at depth.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Mar. 2026
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For now, the Supreme Court ruling has effectively installed a strict near-term ceiling on trade barriers, substantially neutralizing the threat of runaway tariff escalation.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Meanwhile, different measurement methods have produced conflicting results throughout the years.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Mar. 2026
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Trump has offered conflicting timelines on how long the Iran conflict will take to resolve.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Later in 2025, Holland confirmed they were betrothed after correcting a reporter who referred to Zendaya as his girlfriend.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2026
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For some, correcting exemptions may bring the biggest savings, while challenging market value can help limit long-term increases.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The innovation enables an autonomous drone to record important operational and sensor data directly onto a blockchain during flight, creating a secure and tamper-resistant record of its activities.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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This oversized outdoor wreath features chrysanthemums and hydrangeas crafted from fade-resistant fabric designed to stay fresh and vibrant without the upkeep.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Rodríguez represents just one of multiple and competing interests within a Venezuela elite composed of a precarious civil-military alliance officially committed to a leftist populist ideology called Chavismo.—
Rebecca Hanson,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
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Pope Leo’s emphasis on respect and dialogue suggests a desire to move beyond polarization, but competing interpretations of both doctrine and pastoral practice continue to divide American Catholics.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your nonfiction development pipeline grow?—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Mar. 2026
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His couplets—stitched together by a rhyme—typically saunter in contrary directions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Counteracting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counteracting. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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