counterattack
Example Sentences
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On the other hand, if the goal was regime change, a Hormuz counterattack would certainly have been anticipated.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
In October, the South American country unveiled its first drone battalion to counterattack and defend against drone onslaughts.
From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026
The Galaxy appeared to even the game on a brilliant counterattack goal from Pec in the 78th minute, but after a long video review referee Drew Fischer ruled Pec was offside.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2025
Either way, deterrence theory calls for a swift counterattack against the ocean.
From Slate • May 8, 2025
Even the commander’s saying that he was aware of a secret counterattack plan to recover Umuahia did not lift their spirits.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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