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counterproductive

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










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Bear in mind that knowledge about your genetic risks can be counterproductive, leading to excessive worrying for years.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The committee’s doves—those most worried about the labor market and most inclined toward lower rates—have shifted from arguing why more cuts may be needed toward explaining why hikes would be counterproductive.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

When I spoke to the UK's Fraud Minister, Lord Hanson of Flint, he told me punishing countries for refusing or failing to cooperate on tackling scams could be counterproductive.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

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

Eisman was now about to become noticeably more negatively disposed, in ways that, from the point of view of his employer, were financially counterproductive.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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