countermove

Example Sentences

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He has been like a chess player doggedly pursuing his prepared game plan while ignoring how his opponent’s countermoves have changed the dynamic of the match.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2024

After making a big splash Monday night to sign free agent defensive lineman Dre’Mont Jones, it was inevitable the Seahawks would have to make some countermoves to create room for his contract and cap hit.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 14, 2023

Belated countermoves to cut off the North’s funding spigots are getting underway.

From Washington Times • Feb. 10, 2023

All three have sought to show resolve in hopes of averting war, only to provoke countermoves that compound distrust and increase the risk of miscalculation.

From New York Times • Oct. 9, 2021

Sometimes I found him in bed, playing alone, the cards spread across a blanket on his lap as he formulated moves and countermoves with imaginary opponents and an imaginary teammate.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram