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Example Sentences
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Arsenal tend to shy away from playing centrally, focusing more on safer attacking play and crosses, as losing the ball centrally makes you more susceptible to a counter attack.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
"Naval Station Guantanamo Bay is a vital operational and logistical hub that supports US military efforts to counter threats that undermine security, stability and democracy in our hemisphere," US Southern Command said.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
The findings point to a possible way to counter one of the hidden biological effects of working through the night.
From Science Daily • May 30, 2026
He gestured toward his wife, who stood behind a counter usually filled with premade food such as enchiladas and chiles relleno.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
Wooden condiment baskets sat in a row on the counter.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 5
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Essential Academic Vocabulary for Middle School Students, List 6
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