counter-argument
Example Sentences
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The Cut ran a counter-argument to its original column that pointed out how taxing “screen management” can be at home, and Slate bemoaned the pressure that comes with planning “summer de-escalation.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 20, 2025
When I talk to regular people who say, "Why should I vote? It doesn't make any difference," I don't always feel like I have a compelling counter-argument.
From Salon • Jan. 30, 2024
If the Cowboys can get another one, Jones will have a little more fodder for his counter-argument.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2023
The counter-argument diplomats are making is that more than the fate of Ukraine hangs in the balance on the battlefield.
From BBC • Oct. 2, 2023
The words came like a stunning blow where a verbal counter-argument was expected.
From The Substitute Prisoner by Marcin, Max
