counterattack

Example Sentences

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Cohn spelled out a strategy Trump would use for the rest of his career: When attacked, counterattack with overwhelming force.

From Washington Post

“We have a strong line. But we need a strong counterattack.”

From New York Times

Kim also examined the country’s established plans for nuclear counterattacks as scientists briefed him on the North’s latest nuclear-capable weapons systems and progress in technologies for mounting nuclear warheads on missiles, the agency said.

From Seattle Times

China’s rhetoric is still less severe than that of North Korea, which claims its own recent military drills were a rehearsal for a “nuclear counterattack” scenario against South Korea and the U.S.

From Washington Times

Many countries have concluded that to restrain the Chinese Communist Party and gain leverage with the United States or other nations, they must show they can and will counterattack if needed.

From New York Times