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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
Traditional submarine detection methods like sonar, radar, or magnetic detection, for example, can be, in part, defeated with the right countermeasures.
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Apr. 2026
And that gives Tehran many more incentives – and in many cases very effective countermeasures – through which to fight on.
—Will Walldorf, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2026
Drone countermeasures need to be relatively cheap to be viable.
—Brynn Tannehill, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
Such forms of electronic interference are increasingly being deployed as defensive countermeasures in modern warfare — similar disruptions followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, according to a CSIS report.
—Matthew Chin, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
The modular design allows for three standard payload modules to be installed or one extra-large module, enabling missions such as Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), mine countermeasures, anti-submarine warfare, and undersea cable and pipeline inspection.
—David Szondy
march 22, New Atlas, 22 Mar. 2026
Experts wonder if the US surface warfare success led it to neglect mine countermeasures, something that is slow and meticulous in contrast to missile battles.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
So far, committees backed by the attorneys have put together more than $50 million to oppose Uber’s measure and advance their own countermeasures.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Mine countermeasures forces move slowly, in predictable patterns, through waters that may also be covered by Iranian missiles, explosive boats, and drones.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Apr. 2026
And that gives Tehran many more incentives – and in many cases very effective countermeasures – through which to fight on.
—Will Walldorf, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2026
Drone countermeasures need to be relatively cheap to be viable.
—Brynn Tannehill, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
Such forms of electronic interference are increasingly being deployed as defensive countermeasures in modern warfare — similar disruptions followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, according to a CSIS report.
—Matthew Chin, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
The modular design allows for three standard payload modules to be installed or one extra-large module, enabling missions such as Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), mine countermeasures, anti-submarine warfare, and undersea cable and pipeline inspection.
—David Szondy
march 22, New Atlas, 22 Mar. 2026
Experts wonder if the US surface warfare success led it to neglect mine countermeasures, something that is slow and meticulous in contrast to missile battles.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
So far, committees backed by the attorneys have put together more than $50 million to oppose Uber’s measure and advance their own countermeasures.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Mine countermeasures forces move slowly, in predictable patterns, through waters that may also be covered by Iranian missiles, explosive boats, and drones.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for countermeasures
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Previously these efforts have narrowly failed, but as the conflict drags on and lawmakers continue to face questions about the president's actions, additional Republicans could decide to support the efforts.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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In recent weeks, several students, faculty and others have been gathering for weekly rallies outside Geisel Library in support of the professors and in protest of the disciplinary actions taken against students and staff.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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The list of measures in the statement touches on ties that China had suspended in recent years as tensions increased.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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An aerial photo of the Cheboygan Lock and Dam taken Saturday, April 11, shows water moving through the system, and flood precautionary measures, including pumps and sandbags, being taken at the dam.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Elsewhere on the project, Bowlin, aided by producer David Ferguson (Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson), moves between honky-tonk-laden melodies and murder ballads, sometimes even dipping his toe into the sphere of alternative rock.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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Here's what's real, based on Samsung and Google's latest moves.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday Ukraine is ready to mirror any ceasefire steps, having earlier proposed to Russia a pause in attacks on each other’s energy infrastructure over the Orthodox Easter holiday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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While 10,000 steps has long been promoted as a daily goal, studies have shown that many health benefits—especially for older adults—can occur at lower step counts.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In at least six instances, people have survived the operations, spurring efforts to find and rescue them in most cases.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Speaker Mike Johnson has previously been opposed to expulsion efforts and has argued that lawmakers deserve due process.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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