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counter

[koun-ter] / ˈkaʊn tər /






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He said counter terrorism policing was "working tirelessly to bring people to justice" and to send a very strong message - "that those activities will not be tolerated here in the UK at all."

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The largest U.S. banks plan to launch a tokenized deposit network in the first half of 2027 to counter crypto company threats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

For more than 75 years, customers in a small seaside town have been greeted by the same familiar face behind the counter at the local pharmacy.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

He changed what was on the counter around the coffee maker and moved the mug to different spots.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

We crossed the street and slid onto the stools at the far end of the marble counter.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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