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something done or used with the intention of stopping or preventing something bad or dangerous
new countermeasures against terrorism The army used electronic countermeasures to block enemy radar.
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Recent Examples of countermeasures
The Kataib militiamen tried to come up with solutions for their vulnerability, but their countermeasures were laughable.
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Elizabeth Tsurkov, The Atlantic, 11 Jan. 2026
The drills were structured to mimic realistic strike scenarios, with multiple waves of drones making coordinated approaches, forcing defenders to manage simultaneous threats and deploy layered countermeasures effectively.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
The Administration also scaled back mRNA vaccine projects aimed at advancing the development of countermeasures for public health emergencies, halting 22 projects worth nearly $500 million that involved contracts with major pharmaceutical companies such as Moderna and Pfizer.
—Connor Greene, Time, 1 Jan. 2026
The treaty includes provisions for data sharing, access to medical countermeasures and technology transfer to poorer countries.
—New Atlas, 31 Dec. 2025
Belgium has also insisted on protection against any countermeasures Russia may take against Euroclear’s assets in Russia and beyond.
—Olesya Dmitracova, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Along with the countermeasures, China also sanctioned five American units of South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean, effectively banning them from dealing with Chinese interests.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 30 Oct. 2025
There is no antidote and countermeasures against it today.
—Barney Henderson, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Elizabeth Tsurkov, The Atlantic, 11 Jan. 2026
The drills were structured to mimic realistic strike scenarios, with multiple waves of drones making coordinated approaches, forcing defenders to manage simultaneous threats and deploy layered countermeasures effectively.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
The Administration also scaled back mRNA vaccine projects aimed at advancing the development of countermeasures for public health emergencies, halting 22 projects worth nearly $500 million that involved contracts with major pharmaceutical companies such as Moderna and Pfizer.
—Connor Greene, Time, 1 Jan. 2026
The treaty includes provisions for data sharing, access to medical countermeasures and technology transfer to poorer countries.
—New Atlas, 31 Dec. 2025
Belgium has also insisted on protection against any countermeasures Russia may take against Euroclear’s assets in Russia and beyond.
—Olesya Dmitracova, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Along with the countermeasures, China also sanctioned five American units of South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean, effectively banning them from dealing with Chinese interests.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 30 Oct. 2025
There is no antidote and countermeasures against it today.
—Barney Henderson, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for countermeasures
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Though Andrea — initially convicted of capital murder — was ultimately found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to a mental health facility, debate over what drove her actions continues to this day.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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Reducing exposure can involve actions such as sealing cracks in basement floors or foundations, and installing ventilation systems designed to lower radon levels.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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This guide explores various methods to eliminate soap scum and offers preventive measures to stop its return.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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The city is taking some more economical traffic safety measures, like improving crosswalk visibility and reducing speed limits on some streets.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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That calculus reflects a broader shift in tennis sponsorships, as the balance of power moves toward smaller brands willing to invest in product, personalization, and year-round storytelling — and away from legacy deals driven primarily by logo visibility.—
Jessica Schiffer,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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Watson’s relentless dribble-driving earned him nine trips to the line throughout a night sprinkled with spin moves and tough finishes with both hands.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
14 Jan. 2026
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Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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The shop is housed in a former beauty salon, steps from the bakery.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Blocking mergers to protect luxury handbag markets or attacking low-margin grocers for price gouging were misplaced efforts.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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Supervisor Kathryn Barger's office, which represents the Eaton Fire burn scar communities, said she has been briefed by the EPA on the soil testing efforts.—
Nicole Comstock,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Countermeasures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countermeasures. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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