countering

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Training for local and state police on countering unauthorized drone activity at the World Cup was part of a $500 million federal grant amid this growing threat to sporting events.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The Australian Federal Police say Zahra Ahmed is still under investigation, and that the nine children who returned with the group will be asked to undergo community integration and countering violent extremism programmes.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

"Children who return in the cohort will be asked to undergo community integration programmes, therapeutic support, and countering violent extremism programmes," she added.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

A survey from the Conference Board, a research group, suggested that consumer sentiment improved this month, countering evidence from another major poll that showed the mood had darkened.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“So, what was it like, then, Luke?” she asked, countering my red-hot rant with a cool white calm.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx