as in to offset
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
this medication will counteract the symptoms but it won't kill the infection
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The parts list, along with the May 3 timing for tariffs on those imports, was disclosed just before Trump announced a baseline 10% tariff for all U.S. imports, with many countries slapped with higher reciprocal duties meant to counteract non-tariff trade barriers.
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David Lawder and Jason Lange, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
These magnetic forces may be strong enough to counteract the typical gravitational star-forming collapse of molecular clouds, instead confining material into dense filaments seen in the JWST images, which helps explain why Sgr C is forming fewer stars than expected, according to the two new papers.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Being intentional with your digital choices can help counteract resignation.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Essentially working to restore volume and counteract hollowness, Rufolo says this procedure can instantly brighten the undereye area and provide lasting results depending on the type of filler used—often combined with other treatments like laser therapy for optimal outcomes.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
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David Lawder and Jason Lange, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
These magnetic forces may be strong enough to counteract the typical gravitational star-forming collapse of molecular clouds, instead confining material into dense filaments seen in the JWST images, which helps explain why Sgr C is forming fewer stars than expected, according to the two new papers.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Being intentional with your digital choices can help counteract resignation.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Essentially working to restore volume and counteract hollowness, Rufolo says this procedure can instantly brighten the undereye area and provide lasting results depending on the type of filler used—often combined with other treatments like laser therapy for optimal outcomes.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
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They may also be withheld and used to offset unpaid child support or past due federal debts, including student loans.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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And forged closer alliances to offset Trump’s chaos.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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These ants, known for their ability to detonate their own bodies, release a toxic secretion to neutralize the threat of invading predators.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The agency said the test demonstrated the reconnaissance drone's ability to track multiple targets and monitor troop movements on land and at sea, potentially enhancing North Korea's intelligence-gathering operations and ability to neutralize enemy threats.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Mar. 2025
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This story has been corrected to show the name of the residents' group is Eaton Fire Residents United, not Eaton Fire Residents Unite.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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According to the administration, the measure will correct long-standing global trade imbalances that have disadvantaged the U.S. and motivate companies to relocate their manufacturing operations in the country.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Counteract.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counteract. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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