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counterproductive

[koun-ter-pruh-duhk-tiv] / ˌkaʊn tər prəˈdʌk tɪv /










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Both state and federal safeguards already exist to govern data use and prevent pricing coordination, making local ordinances targeting software redundant and potentially counterproductive.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The result, even by strictly military measures, is counterproductive.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

On the issue of whether Germany should also address human rights concerns in the region, Lenz said that any overt displays of "moral arrogance" would be "rather counterproductive".

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

But the Lib Dem source remembers him as "incredibly angry and counterproductive" after he was not allowed to stand.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

Ms. Sassel only half buys it, but she’s a good enough counselor to know that pushing me will only be counterproductive.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman