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counterbalance
noun
verb
A weight that balances another weight
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noun
A weight that balances another weight
noun
A compensating equivalent
noun
Equality of distribution
verb
Oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
“This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues”
verb
Contrast with equal weight or force
verb
Adjust for
“Engineers will work to correct the effects of air resistance”
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This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues
Engineers will work to correct the effects of air resistance
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