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counter

Pronunciation: [/ˈkaʊn.tɚ/]

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counter: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use counter in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “games”

(noun) a piece of equipment used for keeping track of something, such as points in a game or items like money. It helps you count or keep score.

Example

She used a counter to keep track of how many laps she had swum.

Example

Without a counter, it's hard to know who is winning the board game.

Example

Can you pass me the counter so we can keep score?

Context: “relationship”

(noun) an action or thing that is done in response to something else. It's a way to react to what someone else does or says.

Example

She smiled as a friendly counter to his frown.

Example

His harsh words had no counter, leaving her feeling hurt.

Example

What can you do as a counter to his anger?

Context: “protect”

(verb) to defend or respond to something in order to protect or oppose it. Similar to reacting or standing up against something.

Example

She tried to counter the opponent's move with a strategic play.

Example

Without any plan, it was difficult to counter the enemy's attack.

Example

How can we counter their argument effectively?

How to pronounce counter

Pronunciation: [/ˈkaʊn.tɚ/]

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