COUNTERCURRENTS Synonyms: 25 Similar Words

countercurrents

noun

plural of countercurrent

as in undercurrents

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Noun

The results suggest that how an EV is driven may matter independently of factors such as climate and charging habits.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
Old enemies, bad habits, a paranoid government and an unrelenting ex-cop will make retirement their most difficult mission yet.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of habits

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Wednesday’s program began with a performance of Chinese classical music, followed by hands-on activities for families inspired by traditional Qixi customs.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
The latter recounts his travels to the island of Utopia and outlines its customs, which contrast sharply with common practice in England.

— Carline Tromp, The Dial, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of customs

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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.

— Eythana Miller, The Dial, 23 June 2026
When creating their own version of the character, the developers at IOI sought to emphasize that insubordination as a gameplay tool, grounding it in this Bond’s age-specific propensities.

— Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 28 May 2026

Definition of propensities

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While tokamaks are widely studied, these internal currents can cause sudden plasma turbulence and operational disruptions.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 19 Aug. 2026
That area is home to important plant life and coral reefs, sustained by the currents that run through the strait.

— Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of currents

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The Bugatti Type 57 epitomizes that aesthetic power, exemplified by a low-slung body defined by voluptuous curves.

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026
There, sprinklers sprayed water across the track ensuring that our route, a coned course with tight, tricky curves and acceleration alleys, would challenge me at every turn.

— Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

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