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counterattack

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. counterattack

A noun describing a counterattack or striking back against someone who attacked you first. It's often used in sports, battles, or competitive situations where the underdog fights back.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

They teased me about my cooking disaster, so I got back at them with dessert.

Sentence 2

Hold on — if you counterattack now, won't it just make things worse?

Sentence 3

They said, "We'll fight back on quality, not price."

Sentence 4

What do you think is the most effective timing for a counterattack?

Sentence 5

"If you stay quiet, you lose," my friend urged me to fight back.