countered
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The government countered that the general federal statute of limitations, applicable whenever a criminal provision does not specify a limitations period, appears to permit an information to toll, or pause, the limitations clock.
From Slate ● Nov. 3, 2026
"I'll face up to things, explain, elucidate," he countered.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
In August, Platt countered with a demand for arbitration, asking the panel to declare him the co-CEO, according to an investor letter reviewed by the Journal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
The Saudis countered with an air campaign and ground force composed of Yemeni pro-government paramilitary factions, Saudi and Emirati troops and mercenaries.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
“Maybe you need a haircut,” he countered, cramming the bulky headgear into place.
From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman
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