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counter

[kaun-ter] / ˈkaʊn tər /






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And here’s where I counter that a movie about how algorithms destroy humanity has to have some credible humans in it, if only to illustrate its own point.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026

No different than those doctors’ offices that ask you for your ID and insurance card as soon you approach the counter.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026

The Commerce Department said the move was intended to counter Mexican tomatoes being sold in the United States at unfair prices and protect domestic growers.

From Salon ● Oct. 7, 2026

But Moscow appeared to counter that offer on Tuesday, saying it was ready to help the United States with its own infectious diseases.

From Barron's ● Oct. 6, 2026

“I think it’ll do just that,” he said, leading her away from the truck, through the awning, toward the counter where people were ordering food.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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