as in measure
something done or used with the intention of stopping or preventing something bad or dangerous
—usually plural
new countermeasures against terrorism The army used electronic countermeasures to block enemy radar.
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Recent Examples of countermeasure
Security experts have cautioned that the Qatari aircraft would require extensive modifications to meet U.S. military standards, including countermeasures against nuclear and missile threats.
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Nik Popli, Time, 14 May 2025
They are hardened against the effects of a nuclear blast and include a range of security features, such as anti-missile countermeasures and an onboard operating room.
—Chris Megerian, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2025
Assembly Democrats scrambled to come up with a countermeasure.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2025
The countermeasures, if implemented, will target around 21 billion euros worth of U.S. goods ranging from agricultural products to clothing, chiefly with a tariff rate of 25%.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 8 May 2025
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Nik Popli, Time, 14 May 2025
They are hardened against the effects of a nuclear blast and include a range of security features, such as anti-missile countermeasures and an onboard operating room.
—Chris Megerian, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2025
Assembly Democrats scrambled to come up with a countermeasure.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2025
The countermeasures, if implemented, will target around 21 billion euros worth of U.S. goods ranging from agricultural products to clothing, chiefly with a tariff rate of 25%.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for countermeasure
Noun
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The patriotic throw pillow measures 18.5 x 4.5 and looks great when added to an outdoor sofa, loveseat, sectional, or individual chair.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2025
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In 2021, Minneapolis voters rejected a ballot measure — 56% to 44% — that would have replaced the MPD with a new public safety department.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
26 May 2025
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After the employee agreed to install Brady’s showerhead, Brady is accused of driving them to his house to do so during their work shift, according to prosecutors.—
Julia Marnin,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2025
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This, combined with shifts in body heat and routine, might help explain why cats become especially attentive.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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As a kid growing up in Macclesfield, Ellis loved MGMT, Vampire Weekend, Bombay Bicycle Club, and other indie acts.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2025
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A number of acts including Massive Attack, Brian Eno, CMAT and more have backed the group in an open letter, calling for artistic freedom of expression.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
3 June 2025
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There were moves and countermoves galore down the homestretch.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
15 May 2025
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Or … was her deadpan reaction planned all along and we’re all caught in yet another one of her media countermoves?—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
7 Jan. 2024
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Despite the big doings at the Garden, Ion’s opening slate is formidable, as the network tips off its season with the Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings in the 7:30 p.m. ET window, followed by the franchise premiere of the Golden State Valkyries in the late slot.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
16 May 2025
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Digging the United States out of this mess will take some doing.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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That move was arguably a key factor behind the company’s substantial revenue growth in the years that followed.—
Seraj Bharwani,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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After a series of off-season moves, the Knicks were expected to contend for a championship this year and seemed primed to do so after rolling through their rivals, the Boston Celtics, in six games in the second round of the playoffs.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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This goal was focused on asking participants what else could be done to educate the community on the renting process.—
Grace Hurt,
Arkansas Online,
28 May 2025
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Magnesium is an essential mineral in many body processes, including blood pressure control, muscle and nerve function, energy production, and blood sugar regulation.—
Ashley Wong,
Health,
27 May 2025
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The trial will not be televised, as cameras are typically not allowed in federal criminal trial proceedings.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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During the proceedings, the jury heard testimony that Jonathan Emmanuel Montellano-Mora, one of Patron’s co-defendants, had been arrested by the FBI in Pueblo, Colo.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 June 2025
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“Countermeasure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countermeasure. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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