counterblow

noun

Definition of counterblownext
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  1. counter
  2. body blow
  3. blow
  4. hook
  5. hit
  6. clip
  7. stroke
  8. belt
Noun
  • There is no longer a reason to build in room for a counter that may never come.
    — Chris Ryan, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • By seeking next-generation counter-drone capabilities, the US Coast Guard is preparing for an evolving security environment in which underwater drones are expected to play a much larger role.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026
Definition of counter
Noun
  • The old guard of the Democratic Party suffered another body blow when three socialist congressional candidates in New York with anti-Israel platforms swept to victory, lurching the party even further to the left.
    — Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 25 June 2026
  • But for Sean Buchan, a co-owner of Cerebral Brewing, the Aurora phase could amount to a second economic body blow.
    — John Aguilar, Denver Post, 11 May 2026
Definition of body blow
Noun
  • After Torres broke a tie with a two-run shot in the fifth, Clark delivered his big blow the following inning.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • That was a massive blow, and losing speedy rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell to another knee injury Wednesday didn’t help, either.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of blow
Noun
  • Extensive testing has ruled out several possible causes, including lead poisoning, cancer and metal objects such as fishing hooks.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Now, pull the main line sharply away from the hook, lure, fly, or terminal tackle.
    — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 30 July 2026
Definition of hook
Noun
  • Tony's has a full bar and turns out quality versions of some of the greatest hits.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Jonah Heim homered and had three hits for the A’s, including the 500th of his career.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026
Definition of hit
Noun
  • Drawing pens for the kids, highlighters for those profound poolside page turners, and most crucial of all, a bull-clip of Cambodia's note-heavy Riel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
  • Once dominant sports hubs in specific markets, the cable networks face subscriber erosion spurred by the rise of streaming and cord cutting, as well as new viewing behaviors tied to mobile phones and short-term video clips and highlights.
    — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 29 July 2026
Definition of clip
Noun
  • Rickie Fowler and Ryan Gerard shot 63s, putting them two shots back and one stroke ahead of Patrick Cantlay and Patrick Fishburn.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • In the study, ChatGPT Health performed better with classic problems like a stroke or anaphylaxis, but when people downplayed symptoms, the AI tended toward a less urgent recommendation.
    — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Definition of stroke
Noun
  • And both will fit in your pocket without needing a belt to keep your pants up.
    — Joe Salas July 26, New Atlas, 27 July 2026
  • Knight brought both belts into the ring, distracting the referee by throwing the world title in the ring.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
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“Counterblow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counterblow. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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