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countermeasure

[koun-ter-mezh-er] / ˈkaʊn tərˌmɛʒ ər /








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They are to be replaced by the same number of combat ships equipped with mine countermeasure capabilities, but not designed for that purpose.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

This countermeasure has the potential to counteract the effects of microgravity by pooling fluid back into the lower body.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2024

What's stopping schools from implementing this safe, effective and free countermeasure?

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2023

The best earthlings could do was slow the microbes’ release until scientists developed a countermeasure.

From New York Times • Jun. 9, 2023

One month later, as a countermeasure, the United States tried to send up its first test vehicle, named Vanguard.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson