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Recent Examples of countercurrent
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.
—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
These birds rely on what’s called a countercurrent exchange to keep their feet from freezing.
—Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Mar. 2023
And with it, there emerged an acid countercurrent.
—David Van Biema, Time, 31 Dec. 2022
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 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
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
These birds rely on what’s called a countercurrent exchange to keep their feet from freezing.
—Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Mar. 2023
And with it, there emerged an acid countercurrent.
—David Van Biema, Time, 31 Dec. 2022
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 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
Noun
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First, there was a classic bull flag pattern in July and August, with a short-term countertrend pattern of lower highs and lower lows.—
David Keller,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
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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.—
Ashley Kennedy,
Robb Report,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Time will tell how much that history will impact the tenor of next year’s contract talks.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Nov. 2025
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Stars soprano Juliana Grigoryan making her company role debut as Mimì, and tenor Freddie De Tommaso in his company role debut as Rodolfo.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The rise of this trend for the 2025 holiday season seems in line with this year’s general propensity for bringing back classic and retro themes for hosting and decorating, starting with winter fondue parties and landing us in a cozy plaid Christmas.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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These groups were targeted based on propensity – the likelihood that an individual would serve regardless of their desire to do so.—
Jeremiah Favara,
The Conversation,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Clinically, the reaction reflects an undercurrent of anxiety that now defines New York politics.—
Newsweek Contributors,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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But the undercurrent of that joke is how Morgan has to negotiate for power.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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But the reality for him, fairly or unfairly, is that if some of the habits persist, the smoke may turn to fire as the season progresses.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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In November 2024, PEOPLE spoke with Bethan Holt, fashion director at the Telegraph, about the princess's habit, which may raise eyebrows with critics.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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All of this is accented by custom Murano glass chandeliers and scones.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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Whether made-to-measure couches, modular sectionals, or bespoke armchairs, custom furniture gives you infinite flexibility to adapt to your taste and the constraints of your space, personal preferences, and room layouts.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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There was an undertow, and my son was not an experienced swimmer.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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Every ruler, every plan, every prophecy has been tested against the unruly currents of human will and the undertow of chance.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Countercurrent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countercurrent. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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