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counterattack

[koun-ter-uh-tak, koun-ter-uh-tak, koun-ter-uh-tak] / ˈkaʊn tər əˌtæk, ˌkaʊn tər əˈtæk, ˈkaʊn tər əˌtæk /
NOUN
retaliation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
reprisal retribution revenge
STRONG
counteraction counterblow countermove counteroffensive counterstrike neutralization reciprocation vengeance
WEAK
an eye for an eye
Antonyms
STRONGEST
forgiveness pardon sympathy

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Gomina in turn called the quick-reaction force, or QRF, an elite unit on standby for emergencies, to order a counterattack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

When the index tested the 7000 level last Wednesday, the result was uninspiring, printing a bearish counterattack candle.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

Dilrosun doubled the lead with his second MLS goal on a counterattack five minutes later.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 20, 2025

Either way, deterrence theory calls for a swift counterattack against the ocean.

From Slate • May 8, 2025

This time, I’m quick with the pressure, determined to steal and start a counterattack.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina