counterwork

Example Sentences

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The cardinal's disappointment strongly inclined him to counterwork the amorous projects of his rival.

From The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part E. From Charles I. to Cromwell by Hume, David

How shall I counterwork his plots, or detect his coadjutor?

From Wieland: or, the Transformation, an American Tale by Brown, Charles Brockden

If the Syracusans succeeded in completing and holding this counterwork, the blockade of Syracuse would be rendered impossible.

From Stories from Thucydides by Havell, H. L. (Herbert Lord)

I proceeded to the house of the chief magistrate the instant I arrived, that I might give no time to my adversary to counterwork my proceeding.

From Caleb Williams Or Things as They Are by Godwin, William

Sloth and superstition equally counterwork providence, and render the bounty of heaven of no effect.

From The History of Emily Montague by Brooke, Frances