Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for counterblows
Noun
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The counters were regularly wiped clean because of messy diaper changes and after meals.—
Jenny Hughes,
Parents,
28 May 2026 -
The Michelin Guide on Thursday afternoon announced that a pair of chef counters, Emelina in West Palm Beach and Mutra in North Miami, each earned one star.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
28 May 2026
Noun
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The biggest blows came from Garcia and Starling Marte.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 June 2026
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Suddenly, Brooks began raining down blows on Sumner with a gutta-percha cane while an accomplice warded off lawmakers who tried to intervene.—
Rob Wolfe,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2026
Noun
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So far, the Democrat has landed some counterpunches.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2026
Noun
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Steve Rachman of Highland Park, of the Highland Park High School Class of 1977, and of CERT (Community Emergency Response Team), volunteered to help families prepare their hooks, educating them about the art of fishing.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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The guide had found a fishing line and hooks in his duffel.—
Byron W. Dalrymple,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
Noun
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For a sparsely populated state with only four votes in the Electoral College, Maine punches above its weight politically, which is reflected in the $300 million spent already by the campaigns and dark money Political Action Committees.—
David Millward,
The Washington Examiner,
7 June 2026
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After punches were thrown, both players were suspended seven games.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
Noun
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The clips, totaling about 15 minutes, give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating the show.—
Judith Y. Kim,
The Washington Examiner,
7 June 2026
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Red and green accents on the branding, heel and tongue reference the character’s shoes and hair clips.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
7 June 2026
Noun
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Eventually, Ginger's playful touches turn to rowdy smacks on Jesse's behind.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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Some biologists argue that more frequent smacks are a sign of rising ocean temperatures.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Upon entering a second-floor bedroom, police found Christine naked except for her socks, bleeding from fatal stab wounds to the neck.—
Alyssa Modos,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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Seersucker jackets, moccasins without socks, and dress shirts designed to expose just enough of the body to be sensual.—
Dave Schilling
Contributing
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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