counterstrategy

noun

Definition of counterstrategynext
as in counterplan

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Recent Examples of counterstrategy If the roaches always chose the exact same angle of escape, predators might devise a counterstrategy, Branco points out. — Tom Siegfried, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Jan. 2023 But the government came up with a brutally clever counterstrategy. — Annia Ciezadlo, Wired, 3 Nov. 2021 For a while, one male strategy may dominate, and one female counterstrategy dominates as well. — Carl Zimmer, Discover Magazine, 16 June 2011
Recent Examples of Synonyms for counterstrategy
  1. counterplan
  2. technique
  3. tactic
  4. procedure
  5. protocol
  6. proposal
  7. means
  8. idea
Noun
  • Trump’s 15-point-counterplan is equally maximalist, demanding a rollback of Iran’s nuclear program and the end of their funding proxies, according to Israel Channel 12.
    — Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Definition of counterplan
Noun
  • Morocco had more talent than Paraguay, more menacing technique and tactics, and, presumably, could mount more dangerous counterattacks.
    — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 10 July 2026
  • Holograms replace layers The printing process is based on photolithography, a manufacturing technique widely used to fabricate semiconductor chips.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
Definition of technique
Noun
  • But Jesse’s right, Janet asking them to double date does seem like a bit of a tactic.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 16 July 2026
  • He was brought in to get England over the line in this type of situation, but his negative tactics contributed to the team bowing out yet again.
    — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Definition of tactic
Noun
  • This is an exceptionally sophisticated cognitive procedure and obviously produces a less powerful and precise strike than those performing goalkeeper-independent kicks, without a stutter.
    — Geir Jordet, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • County officials described the move as a routine administrative procedure.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of procedure
Noun
  • Nester also called into question the security protocols surrounding the event, asking Bagley about how many officers were assigned and other preparations.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • The new protocols posted last month to IDOC’s website for the first time laid out in detail how the state plans to conduct firing squad executions.
    — Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 10 July 2026
Definition of protocol
Noun
  • The American Astronomical Society (AAS), which published a petition in March for the FCC to deny Reflect Orbital’s proposal, hopes to bring the issue to Congress, says Roohi Dalal, the organization’s deputy director for public policy.
    — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 16 July 2026
  • The Federalist Papers include proposals for institutional solutions that sought to redirect the destructive drives of individuals toward positive social ends.
    — Donovan Fifield, The Conversation, 16 July 2026
Definition of proposal
Noun
  • Making the final means the Huskies could be very good this fall.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
  • Workers and advocates say losing those employees will cost the airport knowledgeable workers and leave their families without means to support themselves.
    — Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026
Definition of means
Noun
  • Harper thought bringing in aluminum bats for a few swings might be a good idea.
    — Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Lacey hates this idea, but the group decides to go with showing mercy this time around.
    — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 11 July 2026
Definition of idea

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“Counterstrategy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counterstrategy. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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