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Countervailing

/kˈaʊntəˌrveɪlɪŋ/
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Definition

(adj) Compensating with equal force.

Sentence Examples
Countervailing opinions have sadly prevented me from instituting martial law.
CEFR Practice Quiz
____ opinions have sadly prevented me from instituting martial law.

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