as in to offset
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
this medication will counteract the symptoms but it won't kill the infection
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The parts list, along with the May 3 timing for tariffs on those imports, was disclosed just before Trump announced a baseline 10% tariff for all U.S. imports, with many countries slapped with higher reciprocal duties meant to counteract non-tariff trade barriers.
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David Lawder and Jason Lange, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
These magnetic forces may be strong enough to counteract the typical gravitational star-forming collapse of molecular clouds, instead confining material into dense filaments seen in the JWST images, which helps explain why Sgr C is forming fewer stars than expected, according to the two new papers.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Being intentional with your digital choices can help counteract resignation.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Essentially working to restore volume and counteract hollowness, Rufolo says this procedure can instantly brighten the undereye area and provide lasting results depending on the type of filler used—often combined with other treatments like laser therapy for optimal outcomes.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
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David Lawder and Jason Lange, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
These magnetic forces may be strong enough to counteract the typical gravitational star-forming collapse of molecular clouds, instead confining material into dense filaments seen in the JWST images, which helps explain why Sgr C is forming fewer stars than expected, according to the two new papers.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Being intentional with your digital choices can help counteract resignation.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Essentially working to restore volume and counteract hollowness, Rufolo says this procedure can instantly brighten the undereye area and provide lasting results depending on the type of filler used—often combined with other treatments like laser therapy for optimal outcomes.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counteract
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To offset the steep drop in tax revenue, Trump has signaled a willingness to slash federal spending, starting with healthcare programs.—
Robert Pearl,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Koenigsegg doubled that figure, with two sets of 3-phase power at 30-degrees offset – that's six extra fun pushes of power per revolution.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Apr. 2025
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To stay ahead, retailers must adopt cutting-edge security solutions that detect and neutralize threats in real time.—
Jason James,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Ventilation systems have a shelf life of about 40 years, and neutralize the effects of radiation, nuclear fallout and chemical and biological weapons.—
Jessi Jezewska Stevens,
The Dial,
24 Apr. 2025
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If the person does not correct the behavior, Whitmore suggested alerting a flight attendant.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The images, which claim to show images of the iPhone 17 Pro in four different cases were labelled iPhone 16 Pro in the first post, but later corrected.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Counteract.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counteract. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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