counteract
Example Sentences
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The question is, how does A.I.-based research either reinforce or counteract the biases in information-gathering processes that journalists already use?
From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026
"Physical activity, such as resistance training, is important to counteract potential negative effects on muscle strength," he added.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
None of it did much to counteract the sense that life had become too expensive.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
The researchers evaluated whether WUSTL0717 could counteract the severe weight loss that often follows small bowel resection.
From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026
He clawed again for the copper and looped the wiring around his hand to counteract its slickness.
From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi
Vocabulary lists containing counteract
"Don't ban peanuts at school"
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Academic Vocabulary, Unit 3
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Part 3 Vocabulary (Unit 3)
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