Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for counterblows
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Accessible by stairs or elevator, the expansive kitchen on the garden level is decked out with double islands featuring White Danby marble counters.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026 -
Wipe down any small appliances (don’t forget underneath), bottles or storage containers, or decorations on your counters to remove dust or grease buildup every week.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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Cheap drinks soften emotional blows.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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But researchers worry that repeated, less dramatic blows, such as heading the ball, can also have long-term effects; there is evidence that players who regularly head the ball are at greater risk of dementia than those, such as goalkeepers, who do not.—
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semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Like a fish from a fairy tale, a bouquet of hooks threaded through its lips, The Changeling keeps evading capture.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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While some shower curtains come with their own hooks, others require you to have them on hand or buy separately.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
9 Feb. 2026
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Its lacing system moves away from traditional hole punches for all but its two upper eyestays, with the rest replaced by cord loops that allow for a more personalized fit.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
13 Feb. 2026
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This modest but super-smart production punches way above its weight.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2026
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Any type of realism was [limited to] very short clips, everything was very slow, bad textures, no skin textures, lacking detail.—
Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2026
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The squad were being shown clips of the game by De Zerbi at the training ground, according to a person close to the team, with Murillo the subject of particularly scathing criticism.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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Eventually, Ginger's playful touches turn to rowdy smacks on Jesse's behind.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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Some biologists argue that more frequent smacks are a sign of rising ocean temperatures.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Use warmer bedding, rugs, socks, and smart airflow (like reversing ceiling fans) to stay cozy.—
Michelle Ullman,
The Spruce,
10 Feb. 2026
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Keeping her same white bra, shoes, and socks, the mom-of-one went full streetwear mode with a pair of crisp white slacks and a cream barn jacket that framed her multi-watt engagement ring.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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Hot 97 has played an outsize role for decades in debuting new hits, anointing superstars, and wading into major cultural debates; Mero’s most recent predecessor in the morning-show role is Ebro Darden, who announced the end of his 20-plus-year tenure at the station in December.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2026
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Plenty of moments on The Fall-Off remind of the hunger of his early mixtapes, the purposeful thrills of his 2010s hits, or even the misguided zaniness of KOD, though none materialize in meaningful doses.—
Benny Sun,
Pitchfork,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Counterblows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counterblows. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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