counterblows

noun

variants or counter-blows
plural of counterblow
as in counterstrokes

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  1. counters
  2. blows
  3. counterpunches
  4. hooks
  5. punches
  6. clips
  7. smacks
  8. socks
Noun
  • Russia says Ukraine deliberately blocks supplies and evacuations; Kyiv counters that Moscow is effectively holding civilians hostage.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Granite counters and a mini-split air-conditioning unit round out the room, which acts like a hub, connecting to multiple other spaces.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of counters
Noun
  • Deaton was well-prepared, brought the fire, and landed a number of blows that at times appeared to make Markey wince.
    — Jon Keller, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The two countries have been trading blows on energy infrastructure.
    — Justina Lee, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of blows
Noun
  • So far, the Democrat has landed some counterpunches.
    — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
Definition of counterpunches
Noun
  • His lyrics, his hooks, his unmistakable voice, his optimism, his belief in the power of a simple song to make people feel good.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Custom hooks, two-tone rounded laces and a co-branded metallic buckle secure the upper of the fresh shoe style.
    — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of hooks
Noun
  • The farm offers a punch card to residents for $18 and is good for up to 14 punches or around 21 bags of debris.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Hadribeaj attacked the body early, crouching beneath Fundora’s punches and landing looping shots over the top.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of punches
Noun
  • Instead of bringing Macdonald’s contemporaries in for original sit-downs, Apatow goes to the clips from countless podcasts and video shows in which those contemporaries reflected on and celebrated Macdonald.
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
  • For years, posting clips online has been integral to comedians’ process of building an audience and selling tickets to their live shows.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of clips
Noun
  • Eventually, Ginger's playful touches turn to rowdy smacks on Jesse's behind.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Some biologists argue that more frequent smacks are a sign of rising ocean temperatures.
    — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Definition of smacks
Noun
  • On the day of our interview, Gilbert said, Danny recorded a voiceover and distributed socks to homeless people.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Since then, the business has expanded into other products including dress shirts, socks, accessories, sportswear and tailored clothing for many of the country’s top brands and retailers.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of socks
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