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

It also filled a gap from April 22, shortly after back to back bottoming bullish counterattack and engulfing candles on April 7 and 9.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

Either way, deterrence theory calls for a swift counterattack against the ocean.

From Slate • May 8, 2025

Less than two minutes later, a Canadian counterattack was spoiled by a hard tackle in the box.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2025

Now that the capital was at risk, the army planned a counterattack.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai