Thesaurus results for COUNTERACTION

counteraction

noun

Definition of counteraction

as in counter

a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective the wind serves as a counteraction to gravity, making it possible for a kite to remain airborne

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Recent Examples of counteraction Sufficient counteraction is needed to force them to seek peace. — Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025

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Noun

Being behind the counter was not entirely unfamiliar territory, Deneuve revealed.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026
On TikTok, subscribers post under #amctheatres, showing off their trips through the A-List priority line near the concession counter.

— Sofia DiStefano, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of counter

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There's been a virtual buying panic in traditionally defensive, high-quality stocks over the past few weeks, a near-equal-and-opposite offset to the selling pressure in semiconductors and AI-build-out spenders.

— Michael Santoli, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2026
Norvell is due about $50 million as part of his buyout, although there is an offset on his contract, which expires in 2031.

— Bob Ferrante, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of offset

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But cancer, a spinal issue, and three surgeries in three years changed my body and my sense of balance.

— Maribeth Romslo, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2026
Antarctica Silversea’s first ship reimagined for polar pursuits, Silver Cloud strikes a commendable balance between expedition thrills and luxury amenities.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of balance

Noun

The need for correctives is extensive, and the work is well under way.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 Oct. 2026
State Board of Education member Brandon Hall, a pastor from Weatherford who voted for the mandate, framed the changes as a corrective.

— Rachel Royster. Produced with AI assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026

Definition of corrective

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