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Recent Examples of countercurrent
Still, some of the most standout moments at Coachella 2026 seemed almost indifferent to that logic, suggesting that — as music is wont to do — a countercurrent may be bubbling up.
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Andrea Domanick,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
And yet, there are signs of a countercurrent, with some newer listening options hinting at a more cohesive alternative.
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Jonathan Garrett,
The Atlantic,
29 Oct. 2025
At the same time, a countercurrent is gaining momentum—one rooted in indigenous knowledge systems, farmer autonomy, and land stewardship.
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Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
Key features include a sun deck, with a large pool with countercurrent jets and a Jacuzzi, and five balconies and sea terraces, one of which connects to a lower deck guest cabin.
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Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
16 Jan. 2025
Similarly underdeveloped is any discussion of countercurrents from the right, which underwent its own midcentury cultural and intellectual renaissance.
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Beverly Gage,
Foreign Affairs,
14 Dec. 2021
The controller's programmed with nine gear settings: the countercurrent controlling torque on the axle is reduced or increased automatically based on the grade the bike is traveling on.
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IEEE Spectrum,
15 Sep. 2021
The arrangement functions as a countercurrent heat exchanger, warming blood in the veins and cooling blood in the arteries.
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Carl Zimmer,
Discover Magazine,
11 Nov. 2019
The perfumer is known for creating formulas that do not have many ingredients, running countercurrent to the way most fragrances are developed today.
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Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
Andrea Domanick,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
And yet, there are signs of a countercurrent, with some newer listening options hinting at a more cohesive alternative.
—
Jonathan Garrett,
The Atlantic,
29 Oct. 2025
At the same time, a countercurrent is gaining momentum—one rooted in indigenous knowledge systems, farmer autonomy, and land stewardship.
—
Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
Key features include a sun deck, with a large pool with countercurrent jets and a Jacuzzi, and five balconies and sea terraces, one of which connects to a lower deck guest cabin.
—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
16 Jan. 2025
Similarly underdeveloped is any discussion of countercurrents from the right, which underwent its own midcentury cultural and intellectual renaissance.
—
Beverly Gage,
Foreign Affairs,
14 Dec. 2021
The controller's programmed with nine gear settings: the countercurrent controlling torque on the axle is reduced or increased automatically based on the grade the bike is traveling on.
—
IEEE Spectrum,
15 Sep. 2021
The arrangement functions as a countercurrent heat exchanger, warming blood in the veins and cooling blood in the arteries.
—
Carl Zimmer,
Discover Magazine,
11 Nov. 2019
The perfumer is known for creating formulas that do not have many ingredients, running countercurrent to the way most fragrances are developed today.
—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for countercurrent
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This countertrend strength comes within a multiyear downtrend, but the cyclical upmove appears to have staying power.
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In a travel landscape where nearly every detail can be planned, controlled, and optimized, a quiet countertrend is emerging—one that celebrates the unknown.
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Oilers hire Babcock In another controversial coaching move, albeit of a completely different tenor, the Oilers finally hired Mike Babcock as their head coach.
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Wilkins will join the remaining lineup of Lee Greenwood, tenor Christopher Macchio, and … Trump himself?
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Cantor said the key question is whether low-propensity voters who have been attracted to the Republican Party will turn out.
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Here was a way to fix inside digital resin some of her habits and propensities, through the words of three of her daughters.
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There’s an undercurrent of anxiety under all of it, outside of the sea hag.
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BasicNet’s strategy for Sebago is a case study in revamping heritage brands with a cool undercurrent through a lifestyle proposition.
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Why the at-home mani pedi trend is growing Three forces are driving the shift, including DIY beauty habits that stuck after the pandemic, the rising price of salon services and a steady stream of social tutorials that make at-home nails feel achievable.
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Streamline commitments and adjust one habit to fit what is realistic.
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Meanwhile, the glamorous Chandelier Bar—named for the sparkling custom light installation of some 15,000 crystals that is the centerpiece of the hotel lobby—is the place to sip classic New Orleans libations like the Sazerac and French 75 or a signature Chandelier martini.
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Those who rely on custom mobility devices still have to fly commercial or find another way to get to the games, and risk damage to their wheelchairs in the process.
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That wistful undertow stems from Zimmerman’s casual acceptance of his advancing age.
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Are more acute vulnerabilities being exposed by the rise in yields, and will elevated inflation expectations create an undertow to equity valuations?
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“Countercurrent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countercurrent. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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