counterclockwise
Example Sentences
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When Bridoux requested permission to land, National’s tower told him to come in “No. 2” — after the airliner — after first executing a 360-degree counterclockwise turn that would give the Eastern plane time to land.
From Washington Post
His truck rotated counterclockwise, striking Riggs and knocking Summer to the ground.
From Los Angeles Times
This road trip moves in a counterclockwise direction along US-101 through quaint towns, past spectacular seashores and mountain ranges, and through temperate rainforest.
From Seattle Times
This may work for you: Gather hair in a ponytail, secure and wrap the hair counterclockwise rather than clockwise.
From Washington Post
Make sure your blades are set to spin counterclockwise, which pushes cool air down to the floor.
From Seattle Times
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