countering

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Meanwhile, Ukraine's success in drone warfare has attracted the attention of rich Gulf states that have been targeted with the same types of Iranian-designed drones that Ukraine is now well versed in countering.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Just days after returning to the White House in January, Trump unveiled his plans for the system, aimed at countering "next-generation" aerial threats.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Oleksandr Syrskiy, the commander of Ukraine’s armed forces, on Friday said Russia had formed dozens of new military units tasked specifically with countering the Ukrainian threat from the skies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

But the surveys also found companies are worried about countering higher costs through price increases given weak domestic demand, further strains on household budgets and elevated industry competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

“So, what was it like, then, Luke?” she asked, countering my red-hot rant with a cool white calm.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx